Using the Following Answer Code, Indicate Which Pressure Relationship Exists

question 1

Short Answer

Using the following answer code, indicate which pressure relationship exists during the time in question.
a.aortic pressure > ventricular pressure > atrial pressure
b.aortic pressure > ventricular pressure < atrial pressure
c.aortic pressure < ventricular pressure > atrial pressure
d.aortic pressure < ventricular pressure < atrial pressure
-When the atrioventricular valve opens

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Definitions:

D5W

A solution of 5% dextrose (a form of glucose) in water, used as a vehicle for intravenous administration of drugs and fluids.

Continuous Infusion

The administration of medication or fluids intravenously in a constant and steady flow over a set period.

Intermittent Infusion

An infusion of fluid or medication over a set period, intermittently repeated, as opposed to continuous infusion.

IVPB Antineoplastic

An intravenous piggyback delivery of antineoplastic medication, used in the treatment of cancer by administering drugs directly into the bloodstream.