27th July 2020

A patient with a sudden tearing chest pain radiating to between his scapulae

A patient with a sudden tearing chest pain radiating to between his scapulae. On examination the findings include Jugular Venous Pressure (JVP) raised to 5cm above the sternal angle, Blood Pressure (BP) 100/50mmHg and reduced heard sounds on auscultation. 

For the patient above, please select the SINGLE most likely characteristic that will be noted on examination. Select ONE option from the list above.