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AAMA CMA Practice Question

During a patient's cardiovascular evaluation, you detect a high-pitched, scratchy, scraping cardiac sound that is synchronous with the heartbeat while using the diaphragm of the stethoscope. The sound is heard best when the patient leans forward and holds their breath after expiration. Which potential finding is most accurately described by these characteristics?

  • Pericardial friction rub

  • Mitral valve prolapse

  • Aortic ejection click

  • Third heart sound (S3)

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