Why Should the Balloon of the PAC Be Left Inflated

question 30

Multiple Choice

Why should the balloon of the PAC be left inflated when inserted in the right atrium?
I.To decrease the risks of cardiac arrythmias
II.To allow blood flow to catch the balloon and carry the catheter forward
III.To decrease blood flow in the right atrium and facilitate introduction of the catheter
IV.To wedge the catheter

• A) I, II
• B) III, IV
• C) I, II, III, IV
• D) II, IV

---

Definitions:

Reduction

The process of decreasing the amount, size, or intensity of something.

Invoices

Official documents issued by a seller to a buyer, detailing the products or services sold, their prices, and the total amount owed.

Trade Discount

A reduction in the list price granted by wholesalers or manufacturers to retailers or other buyers in the same trade to encourage bulk purchasing.

Suggested List Price

Refers to the price that manufacturers propose retailers sell a product for, serving as a guideline.