Speech is clear. Patient swallows without coughing or choking on liquids or solids. Visual, auditory acuity sufficient. No obvious EENT deformities. B. Cardiovascular Assessment Apical pulse rate is regular and within normal limits for patient.
Peripheral pulses are palpable and equal bilaterally.
Blood pressure is within acceptable limits for patient. There is no calf tenderness. Extremities without edema. Neck veins are flat at 45 degrees HOB elevation. There are no abnormal breath sounds.