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torybrooks

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What is the protective mechanism underlying a narrowed pulse pressure?
 
  A) Increase the amount of oxygen entering the lungs.
  B) Stop the loss of blood internally or externally.
  C) Increase the oxygen-carrying capacity of the red blood cells.
  D) Maintain an adequate blood pressure for perfusion.

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Your patient is an 89-year-old female who you suspect has a generalized infection. Her airway is patent, she is breathing 18 times per minute with good tidal volume, and she has a rapid and weak pulse. Her skin is pale, warm, and moist. Another responder reports that her blood pressure is 88/60. You should FIRST:
 
  A) perform a detailed physical exam.
  B) administer oxygen through a non rebreather mask.
  C) obtain a SAMPLE history.
  D) take a repeat blood pressure to confirm hypotension.


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HandsomeMarc

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A


torybrooks

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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