In the Presence of Increased LAP Due to Inadequate Left

question 24

Multiple Choice

In the presence of increased LAP due to inadequate left ventricular pumping action, what will be the effect on the PVR?

• A) It will be unaffected.
• B) It will be increased.
• C) It will be decreased.
• D) It will remain the same until cardiac output improves.

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