An Obstruction of the Pulmonary Artery Will Cause

question 32

Multiple Choice

An obstruction of the pulmonary artery will cause:

• A) backup of blood in the right side of the heart.
• B) increased blood flow through the aorta.
• C) backup of blood in the left side of the heart.
• D) increased blood flow through the vena cava.

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