What Condition Would Be Responsible for the Therapist Observing a Pulse

question 15

Multiple Choice

What condition would be responsible for the therapist observing a pulse oximeter indicating decreased perfusion while central blood pressure remains normal?

• A) Volume depletion with compensatory peripheral vasoconstriction
• B) Hypoplastic left-sided heart syndrome
• C) Hypervolemia with compensatory peripheral vasodilation
• D) Hypoplastic right-sided heart syndrome

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