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magmichele12 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A nurse understands that a patient with a history of congestive heart failure has a low cardiac output resulting from

1. An expected increase in stroke volume.
2. A long history of pain and fatigue.
3. The low blood volume that accompanies congestive heart failure.
4. Weakened and damaged heart muscle.

Question 2

A nurse expects that the blood pressure will increase in the patient who

1. Avoids caffeine, nicotine, and a sedentary lifestyle.
2. Is in top physical condition.
3. Has an increased blood volume, as happens during pregnancy.
4. Has a history of hypotension.