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faduma

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Which of the following hemodynamic indices will be found in a patient with a large hemothorax?
 
  a. Decreased QS/QT
  b. Decreased CO
  c. Increased CI
  d. Increased SV

Question 2

The effects of a near-drowning victim inhaling water into the lungs include:
 
  1. alveolar consolidation.
  2. bronchospasm.
  3. production of frothy, white secretions.
  4. pleural effusion.
  a. 2, 3
  b. 1, 2, 3
  c. 2, 3, 4
  d. 1, 2, 3, 4



jliusyl

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Answer to Question 1

B
Because a large pneumothorax can impede venous blood return to the heart, the cardiac output (CO) will be decreased.

Answer to Question 2

B
The pulmonary effects of a near-drowning victim inhaling water include, but are not limited to, alveolar consolidation, bronchospasm, and increased production of frothy, white secretions.



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