All of the Following Are Signs of Cardiac Compromise EXCEPT

question 19

Multiple Choice

All of the following are signs of cardiac compromise EXCEPT:

• A) hypotension.
• B) pale, clammy skin.
• C) tachycardia.
• D) hypertension.

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Definitions:

Bile Pigment

A substance produced by the liver that helps with digestion by breaking down fats, one of the principal pigments is bilirubin.

Jaundiced

A medical condition characterized by a yellowing of the skin and eyes, typically due to elevated bilirubin levels, often indicating liver dysfunction.

Gray-Tan Stool

Stool color that may indicate a lack of bile in digestive system processes, potentially signaling liver or gallbladder issues.

Trans-Saharan Slave Trade

Historical trade routes across the Sahara Desert that facilitated the trade of enslaved Africans to North Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.