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Patient Evaluation| The Physical Examination for Patients with Essential Hypertension

Initial Patient Physical Exam Form:

What are the elements of a proper initial physical examination for a patient with new hypertension as per JNC 7? (Choose all that apply)

A) Two blood pressure measurements 2 minutes apart on each arm

B) Calculate the BMI (body mass index)

C) Fundiscopic exam

D) Assess the tympanic membranes

E) Examine the thyroid

F) Check for neck bruits

G) Ausculate the heart for rate and murmurs

H) Check the PMI (point of maximal impact)

I) Check for abdominal bruits

J) Check for hepatosplenomegaly

K) Perform a genital examination

L) Assess peripheral veins

M) Evaluate for lower extremity edema

N) Neurological evaluation

O) Perform a general skin examination