Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True of Pericardial

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true of pericardial tamponade?

• A) It is most often associated with penetrating trauma.
• B) The systolic blood pressure increases significantly on inspiration.
• C) As little as 150 mL of blood can cause pericardial tamponade.
• D) The pathophysiology results in increased venous pressure and decreased cardiac output.

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