Pulsus Paradoxus Greater Than 20 Mm Hg, Tachycardia Greater Than

question 6

Multiple Choice

Pulsus paradoxus greater than 20 mm Hg, tachycardia greater than 130 beats/min, and increasing dyspnea are signs of

• A)intracranial pressure.
• B)pulmonary hypertension.
• C)status asthmaticus.
• D)tetanic contractions.
• E)drug overdose.

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Definitions:

Oedipus Complex

According to Freud, a boy’s intense desire to replace his father and enjoy the affections of his mother.

Affections

The feelings of fondness or liking directed toward someone or something.

Mother

A female parent who may also play a pivotal role in child-rearing and emotional nurturing.

Aggression

Behavior intended to harm or intimidate others, which can be physically or verbally expressed.