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robinn137

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following clinical signs suggest more severe hypoxemia?
 
  a. Tachycardia
  b. Cyanosis with polycythemia
  c. Central nervous system dysfunction
  d. Use of accessory muscles

Question 2

Which of the following clinical signs is most often associated with hypoxemia due to shunt?
 
  a. Diffuse wheezing
  b. White chest radiograph
  c. Stridor
  d. Loud P2


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CAPTAINAMERICA

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

ANS: C
More severe hypoxemia can lead to significant central nervous system dysfunction, ranging from irritability to confusion to coma.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Shunt usually presents with a white chest radiograph.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

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