What is a cardiovascular sign of impending death?
a. Cheyne-Stokes respiration
b. Bounding pulse
c. Cyanosis of the extremities
d. Increased blood pressure
ANS: C
As death approaches, there is vasoconstriction to the extremities to keep blood going to the heart and brain. This causes cyanosis in the extremities. Decreased blood pressure and a weak pulse are often seen in the dying person. Cheyne-Stokes respirations are changes seen in the respiratory system.
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