A decrease in preload results in a(n):
A) decrease in afterload.
B) decrease in cardiac output.
C) increase in stroke volume.
D) decrease in peripheral vascular resistance.
B
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If the initial assessment reveals altered mental status, abnormal breathing, or uncontrolled bleeding, this is termed a:
A) sick patient. B) dangerous patient. C) priority patient. D) high-risk patient.
You arrive on scene of a known diabetic who is noncompliant with taking insulin. Assessment indicates the patient to have an open airway, rapid and deep respirations, and a rapid radial pulse. His skin is warm and flushed. Vital signs are pulse 120, respirations 40, blood pressure 108/86, and SpO2 98%. His blood sugar reads "high" on your glucometer. What instruction to other caregivers indicates
proper care of this patient? A) "We need to apply supplemental oxygen at 15 liters through a nonrebreather." B) "Someone needs to start positive pressure ventilation to stop his hyperventilation." C) "Do not worry about his breathing rate, it is actually helping him right now." D) "We need to see if his insulin is here so we can help him administer it to himself."
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A) irritation of the upper respiratory tract and the eyes. B) vomiting. C) altered mental status. D) seizures.