Increases in Which of the Following Would Cause the Nurse

question 32

Multiple Choice

Increases in which of the following would cause the nurse to assess for decreased blood flow? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Blood viscosity
• B) Blood vessel diameter
• C) Blood pressure
• D) Blood vessel length

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