While Monitoring a Patient with Pericarditis, the Nurse Recognizes That

question 13

Multiple Choice

While monitoring a patient with pericarditis, the nurse recognizes that the patient is at risk for cardiac tamponade if which of the following occurs?

• A)Cardiac output decreases more than 10%.
• B)Cardiac workload increases by 15%.
• C)Emboli begin to form.
• D)Pericardial sac fluid increases.

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Definitions:

Laboratory Duty

The responsibilities and tasks carried out in a laboratory setting, often involving experiments, research, and analysis.

Medical Assistant

A healthcare provider who supports medical professionals by performing administrative and clinical tasks.

Collecting Specimens

The process of gathering samples of bodily fluids, tissues, or other substances for the purpose of medical testing or analysis.

Administrative Duty

Tasks and responsibilities related to the management, organization, and execution of office operations, often involving paperwork, scheduling, and coordination.