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09madisonrousseau09

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following are causes of hypotension? 1. Heart failure 2. Hypovolemia 3. Mild tachycardia 4. Peripheral vasoconstriction
 
  a. 2 and 4 only
  b. 1, 2, and 4 only
  c. 3 and 4 only
  d. 1, 2, 3, and 4

Question 2

What is the normal range for pulse pressure?
 
  a. 20 to 35 mm Hg
  b. 30 to 60 mm Hg
  c. 30 to 40 mm Hg
  d. 30 to 60 mm Hg


wshriver

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

ANS: B
The usual causes are left ventricular failure, low blood volume, and peripheral vasodilation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
A normal pulse pressure is 30 to 40 mm Hg.


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