Pulsus Paradoxus May Be Noted on the Bedside Monitor When

question 4

Multiple Choice

Pulsus paradoxus may be noted on the bedside monitor when what is observed?

• A) A decrease of more than 10 mm Hg in the arterial waveform during inhalation
• B) A single, nonperfused beat on the electrocardiogram (ECG) waveform
• C) Tall, tented T waves on the ECG waveform
• D) An increase in pulse pressure greater than 20 mm Hg on exhalation

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