Examinations
View all of the results of the patient examination (click on each system below to view the results).
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General Examination
- he looks unwell and distressed
- temperature 37.0°C
- respiratory rate 28/min, SpO2 91% (room air)
- centrally and peripherally cyanosed
- not anaemic, clubbed or jaundiced
- no lymphadenopathy
Cardiovascular System
- Extremities well-perfused, all peripheral pulses present.
- arterial blood pressure 128/82
- pulse 124/min regular, with pulsus paradoxus
- JVP not raised
- heart sounds normal, no murmurs heard
- no ankle oedema.
Respiratory System
- trachea central
- apex beat not displaced
- expansion: reduced, equal both sides
- percussion: resonant on both sides
- tactile vocal fremitus: normal
- breath sounds: quiet on both sides; no wheeze
Gastrointestinal System
- no swelling or tenderness
- liver, spleen, kidneys not palpable
- hernial orifices normal
- bowel sounds normal
- rectal and pelvic examination not performed
Nervous System
- patient orientated
Musculoskeletal System
- no abnormal findings
Reticuloendothelial System
- no lymphadenopathy
Genitourinary System
- Examination not performed
Urinalysis
- no sugar, protein, blood
Mental/Psychiatric Exam
- Examination not performed