Cardiovascular examination

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Cardiovascular Examination

A Cardiovascular Examination (pronounced: car-dee-oh-vas-cue-lar ex-am-in-a-shun) is a type of medical examination that focuses on the cardiovascular system. The cardiovascular system, also known as the circulatory system, consists of the heart and blood vessels that carry blood and oxygen around the body.

Etymology

The term "Cardiovascular" is derived from the Greek words 'kardia' meaning heart and 'vasculum' meaning little vessel. The term "Examination" comes from the Latin 'examinare' meaning to weigh or test.

Procedure

A Cardiovascular Examination typically involves several steps:

  1. Inspection: The doctor visually inspects the patient's chest for any visible abnormalities.
  2. Palpation: The doctor feels the patient's chest to detect any abnormal vibrations or movements.
  3. Percussion: The doctor taps on the patient's chest to listen for any abnormal sounds.
  4. Auscultation: The doctor listens to the patient's heart and blood vessels using a stethoscope.

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