We discussed a CVS case today in the session.

The learning points are:

• Murmur identification is still confusing
• Look for the scars carefully – have a working knowledge of what surgery may have been done
• Look at surroundings on entering the room – stroller / medication
• Femoral pulse examination is important part – do it OR ask for it
• Do NOT make up signs to fit in with your ‘Diagnosis’.
• DO NOT GO OVERBOARD WITH GIVING A DIAGNOSIS
• Keep it simple
• Interpret into Clinical relevance what you have observed.
• If NOT sure of a sign – ask to recheck OR mention with caveat.

PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE

WHAT MURMUR IS THIS? IS THE TITLE CORRECT?