A Patient Presents with Pulmonary Congestion in Which Cardiac Output

question 9

Multiple Choice

A patient presents with pulmonary congestion in which cardiac output is normal,but left ventricular filling pressure is elevated.Which of the following pharmacological therapies would be MOST appropriate?

• A)Observation
• B)Volume replacement
• C)Diuretics
• D)Use of circulatory assist agents

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