Which of the Following Hemodynamic Changes Are Commonly Seen in a Patient

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following hemodynamic changes are commonly seen in a patient with cardiogenic pulmonary edema?
1) Increased pulmonary capillary wedge pressure (PCWP)
2) Increased pulmonary vascular resistance (PVR)
3) Decreased mean pulmonary artery pressure (PA)
4) Decreased cardiac output (CO)

• A)1, 4
• B)2, 3
• C)1, 2, 3
• D)2, 3, 4

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