Which of the following physiologic responses would MOST likely occur when an elderly patient experiences hypovolemic shock?
A. Arterial hypertension caused by sustained vasoconstriction
B. Profound vasoconstriction and peripheral blood shunting
C. Decreased ability to increase heart rate and contractility
D. Significant tachycardia and weakened cardiac contraction
Ans: C. Decreased ability to increase heart rate and contractility
You might also like to view...
Under the prospective payment system, what determines the DRG?
A. patient's diagnosis B. patient's length of stay C. insurance plan of patient D. geographic location of the hospital
Your partner believes the 90-year-old male you are caring for is dehydrated. Which finding best reinforces his suspicion?
A) Increased blood pressure B) Dry and flaky skin C) Poor skin turgor D) Dry mouth and tongue
____ is a central nervous system disorder that is thought to be due to cerebral edema.
A. Dialysis disequilibrium syndrome B. Hemodialysis C. End-stage renal disease D. Anasarca
Which of the following statements is true?
A. Medicare is the secondary payer to Medicaid. B. Either Medicare or Medicaid can be the secondary payer, as it will depend on the patient's plans. C. Neither Medicare nor Medicaid will be the secondary payer. D. Medicaid is the secondary payer to Medicare.