An Accumulation of Excess Fluid in the Pericardial Space

question 63

Multiple Choice

An accumulation of excess fluid in the pericardial space

• A)causes external compression of the heart.
• B)depresses the SA node,thereby eliminating pacemaker activity.
• C)causes valvular stenosis.
• D)causes a left-to-right shunt.

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