A patient suffering from acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is treated with diuretics to reduce edema. A potential complication resulting from this treatment would be
A) hypertension
B) increased cardiac output
C) lowered cardiac output
D) increased tissue oxygenation
C
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Administration of a nonselective beta-antagonist will most likely result in:
A) tachycardia and diaphoresis. B) increased cardiac output. C) bronchoconstriction and inhibited glycogenolysis. D) bradycardia and some bronchodilation.
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What is the primary determinant of the PAO2?
a. Body's CO2 b. Metabolic rate of the body tissues c. PaO2 d. PO2 in the inspired gas
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The PID is used to direct the useful beam of radiation
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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In quality review activities, departments are directed to focus on clinical processes that are
A. high volume. B. high risk. C. problem prone. D. All answers apply.
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