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INTRODUCTION TO ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY EXAMCan we see all four heart chambers using the parasternal long-axis view? -
ANSWER No, we can't see the right atrium
Which of the projections we've seen so far makes it impossible to see the aorta? -
ANSWER Parasternal short axis view in the papillary plane.
Which of the following assertions concerning Doppler are correct? - Answer:
Post-Doppler is used to assess blood flow in a specific location of interest.
Which of the following are vital to consider when utilizing Doppler? - ANSWER
Doppler is angle-dependent, hence the cursor should be parallel to the blood flow.
Which of the following approaches is used to determine the systolic function of the
right ventricle? - Answer: M-mode and tissue Doppler.
Is there another valve function we may evaluate in this projection? - ANSWER
Yes, the pulmonary valve.
Does the velocity of the valve indicate a problem with the patient's heart? -
ANSWER No, since it falls within the typical range of 0.6-0.9 m/s.
Which of the following can be used to determine whether there is mitral valve
stenosis or regurgitation? - ANSWER To visually check the operation of the mitral
valve, press color and place the color box over it.
Now that you have completed all measurements in the 4-chamber view, how would
you go to the apical five-chamber view? - ANSWER The transducer is angled
slightly.
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