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What is a normal ejection fraction? A. 20-24% B. 25-45% C. 46-60% D. 65-75%

The normal range for Cardiac Index (CI)? A. 4 B. 2-4 C. 8-10 D. 14-16

Calculate the MAP with the following BP results: 125 61

Calculate the SVR of a patient with the following results: MAP: Results from question 20 CVP: 8 CO: 10

The pressure transducer should be at the same level as the tip of the catheter.

Calculate the PVR of a patient with the following results: mPAP: 30 torr                           PCWP: 10 CO: 4

How can you fix the problem in question 1?

A very high PSA level is expected; however, a low level is obtained. The explanation could be 

 Five minutes after extubating a patient, the respiratory therapist observes marked Inspiratory stridor, intercostal retractions, labored breathing and a decreasing  SpO2 value. Aerosolized racemic epinephrine has been administered with no effect. Which the following should the therapist recommend at this time?

When the ventilator only allows a breath every 5 seconds, it is operating under the  ___________ mode and the breaths are considered ________________.