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Different from a [[Pulsus Paradoxus|pulsus paradoxus]], a '''pulsus philosophicus''' is any pulse that causes the examiner to question the nature of things.<ref>[http://gomerblog.com/2017/02/pedal-pulses/ Intern Tries to Palpate Pedal Pulses, Can’t Locate Legs]</ref> '''Pulsus philosphicus''' is the one and only maneuver that can be considered as part of both the [[Physical Exam|physical exam]] and the [[Metaphysical Exam|metaphysical exam]].<ref>[http://gomerblog.com/2016/09/ama-holds-funeral-service-for-physical-exam/ AMA Holds Funeral Service for Physical Exam]</ref> | Different from a [[Pulsus Paradoxus|pulsus paradoxus]], a '''pulsus philosophicus''' is any pulse that causes the examiner to question the nature of things.<ref>[http://gomerblog.com/2017/02/pedal-pulses/ Intern Tries to Palpate Pedal Pulses, Can’t Locate Legs]</ref> '''Pulsus philosphicus''' is the one and only maneuver that can be considered as part of both the [[Physical Exam|physical exam]] and the [[Metaphysical Exam|metaphysical exam]].<ref>[http://gomerblog.com/2016/09/ama-holds-funeral-service-for-physical-exam/ AMA Holds Funeral Service for Physical Exam]</ref> | ||
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Latest revision as of 16:52, 19 March 2017
Different from a pulsus paradoxus, a pulsus philosophicus is any pulse that causes the examiner to question the nature of things.[1] Pulsus philosphicus is the one and only maneuver that can be considered as part of both the physical exam and the metaphysical exam.[2]
Example of a Pulsus Philosophicus
"Your pulse is really weak and thready... but what is real anyway? What is reality?"
"Your pulse begs the question: what is the meaning of life?"
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References
- ↑ Intern Tries to Palpate Pedal Pulses, Can’t Locate Legs
- ↑ AMA Holds Funeral Service for Physical Exam
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