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rlane42

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What is the normal range for pulmonary capillary wedge pressure?
 
  a. 5 to 10 mm Hg
  b. 15 to 20 mm Hg
  c. 20 to 25 mm Hg
  d. 30 to 35 mm Hg

Question 2

What parameter is best used to assess left ventricular afterload?
 
  a. CVP
  b. PCWP
  c. SVR
  d. PVR


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qytan

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
An increase in systemic vascular resistance increases left ventricular afterload.


rlane42

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

abro1885

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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