An increased pulse volume can occur in conditions such as:
a. hypotension, haemorrhage and aortic valveincompetence
b. hypotension, thyrotoxicosis and cardiac failure.
c. hypertension, thyrotoxicosis and aortic valveincompetence.
d. hypertension, thyrotoxicosis and cardiac failure.
c
The volume refers to the strength of the beat and
an acceptable pulse being strong and easily palpated. An
increased volume is described as full and bounding and will
occur naturally with exercise or as a result of the conditions
listed.
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