Which of the Following Is the Normal Hemodynamic Presentation of an Individual

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the normal hemodynamic presentation of an individual with anemia?

• A) Systolic blood pressure lower than normal, diastolic blood pressure lower than normal, decrease in resting pulse rate
• B) Systolic blood pressure unaffected, diastolic blood pressure lower than normal, increase in resting pulse rate
• C) Systolic blood pressure unaffected, diastolic blood pressure higher than normal, increase in resting pulse rate
• D) Systolic blood pressure lower than normal, diastolic blood pressure unaffected, increase in pulse rate

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Definitions:

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