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Physical findings: | |||
Absence of palpable pulses is the main finding. | |||
Depending upon the cause, the following might be found: | |||
* Tracheal deviation | |||
* Decreased skin turgor | |||
* Traumatic chest | |||
* Cool extremities | |||
* Tachycardia | |||
* Cyanosis | |||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
History and Symptoms
A quick thorough history should be done to check the following:
- Risk factors for myocardial infarction or pulmonary embolism
- Any trauma
- Severe fluid loss
- Exposure to low temperatures
- Risk of metabolic derangements
Physical findings:
Absence of palpable pulses is the main finding.
Depending upon the cause, the following might be found:
- Tracheal deviation
- Decreased skin turgor
- Traumatic chest
- Cool extremities
- Tachycardia
- Cyanosis