An Abnormal Amount of Fluid Can Accumulate Between the Layers

question 36

Multiple Choice

An abnormal amount of fluid can accumulate between the layers of the pericardium resulting in which of the following?

• A) Pericardial effusion
• B) Pulmonary embolism
• C) Atrial fibrillation
• D) Premature ventricular contractions

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Definitions:

Means

Statistical measures that represent the average or central value of a data set by summing all the values and dividing by the number of values.

Main Effects

The direct influence of an independent variable on a dependent variable in an experimental study.

Independent Variable

A variable in an experiment that is manipulated or changed to observe its effect on a dependent variable.

Dependent Variable

In statistical analysis, this is the variable that is being tested and measured, often seen as the outcome influenced by independent variables.