Which of the following conditions can cause an artificial ...

[bobbie]

Which of the following conditions can cause an artificial increase in the PAOP/PCWP?
 
  a. Aortic regurgitation
  b. Aortic stenosis
  c. Mitral stenosis
  d. Mitral regurgitation

Question 2

The nursing measure that can best enhance large volumes of fluid replacement in hypovolemic shock is
 
  a. insertion of a large-diameter peripheral intravenous catheter.
  b. positioning the patient in the Trendelenburg position.
  c. forcing at least 240 mL of fluid each hour.
  d. administering intravenous lines under pressure.

[miss.ashley]

Answer to Question 1

D
If mitral regurgitation is present, the mean pulmonary artery occlusion pressure reading is artificially elevated because of abnormal backflow of blood from the left ventricle to the left atrium during systole.

Answer to Question 2

A
Measures to facilitate the administration of volume replacement include insertion of large-bore peripheral intravenous catheters; rapid administration of prescribed fluids; and positioning the patient with the legs elevated, trunk flat, and head and shoulders above the chest.