Author Question: Which of the following hemodynamic changes are commonly seen in a patient with cardiogenic pulmonary ... (Read 36 times)

fahad · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Which of the following hemodynamic changes are commonly seen in a patient with cardiogenic pulmonary edema?

1. Increased pulmonary capillary wedge pressure (PCWP)
2. Increased pulmonary vascular resistance (PVR)
3. Decreased mean pulmonary artery pressure (PA)
4. Decreased cardiac output (CO)
a. 1, 4
b. 2, 3
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 1, 2, 3, 4

Question 2

In which clinical classification of myasthenia gravis is intubation indicated?

a. Class I
b. Class 1IIb
c. Class V
d. Class II

mirabriestensky · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Patients with pulmonary edema (hypervolemia) will have an increased pulmonary capillary wedge pressure (PCWP) and decreased cardiac output (CO). The lung damage caused by COPD leads to increased pulmonary vascular resistance (PVR). The PA pressure will be increased with pulmonary edema.

Answer to Question 2

C
Intubation, with or without mechanical ventilation, is recommended at Class V myasthenia gravis.