The Patient Has Been X-Rayed After Insertion of a Pulmonary

question 22

Multiple Choice

The patient has been X-rayed after insertion of a pulmonary artery catheter (PAC) . Which components of this system would the nurse expect to see in the right atrium?. Select all that apply.

• A) The proximal port
• B) The thermistor
• C) The proximal injectate port
• D) The transducer
• E) The balloon

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High Instrumentality

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A condition or characteristic that is highly valued or desired by individuals, often motivating actions or behaviors toward achieving a specific outcome.

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