When Assessing the Hemodynamic Information for a Newly Admitted Patient

question 26

Multiple Choice

When assessing the hemodynamic information for a newly admitted patient in shock of unknown etiology, the nurse will anticipate administration of large volumes of crystalloids when the

• A) cardiac output is increased and the central venous pressure (CVP) is low.
• B) pulmonary artery wedge pressure (PAWP) is increased, and the urine output is low.
• C) heart rate is decreased, and the systemic vascular resistance is low.
• D) cardiac output is decreased and the PAWP is high.

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