Determine the Cardiac Output (CO) of a Patient Whose Stroke

question 31

Short Answer

Determine the cardiac output (CO) of a patient whose stroke volume (SV) is 80 mL/beat and whose heart rate (HR) is 75 beats/minute. Round to the nearest whole number and place the answer below. _______

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Definitions:

Hypertension

A chronic medical condition where the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.

Cardiovascular Disease

A general term for conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, often related to atherosclerosis and leading to health issues like heart attack and stroke.

Physiological Condition

The state of the functioning of the body and its systems, including health and disease conditions.

Cardiovascular System

The body's system comprising the heart and blood vessels, responsible for circulating blood and transporting nutrients and oxygen to the tissues.