Next, we evaluate together the jugular venous pulse. It is readily seen undulating over the sternocleidomastoid muscle. The level at which it is seen is well above the sternal angle. Let's look together in a more specific manner at the wave form. I'm going to use the cotton swab on the carotid, so that you have a timing device for systole. Let us observe the JVP wave form together. [Cut-away]
Choose the best description of the jugular venous wave form: