Question
The following clip is one of three findings found in Beck’s triad. Name all three findings and how often are all 3 signs present for patients with pericardial tamponade?
Answer
- Beck's triad
- Jugular venous distention
- Muffled (or distant) heart sounds
- Low blood pressure
- None of these findings is sensitive or specific for the diagnosis of pericardial tamponade
- Only 10-40% of patients with pericardial tampaonde will have all three signs present
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