Instructions: Identify the Following

question 51

Short Answer

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term.
Peace Corps

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Definitions:

Cardiac Decompensation

A state in which the heart is unable to maintain adequate circulation of blood to meet the body's needs, often leading to heart failure.

Flow Rate

The volume of fluid that passes through a surface per unit of time, frequently measured in liters per minute (L/min) or gallons per hour (GPH).

Dobutamine

A medication used in the treatment of heart failure and cardiogenic shock, primarily acting by increasing heart rate and strength of heart contractions.

Infusion Pump

A medical device that delivers fluids, such as nutrients and medications, into a patient's body in controlled amounts.