What Parameter Must Be Assessed Frequently in the Patient with an Intraaortic

question 13

Multiple Choice

What parameter must be assessed frequently in the patient with an intraaortic balloon in place?

• A) Skin turgor in the affected extremity
• B) Peripheral pulses distal to the insertion site
• C) Blood pressures in both arms and legs
• D) Oxygen saturation

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