PCCN Review exam 2023/2024 with 100% correct answers

Calculate the cardiac output for a pt with a HR of 70 and a SV of 65 ml. - correct answer HR X SV=CO 70 X 65= 4550 4.6 L/min Calculate the cardiac output for a pt with a HR of 70 and a SV of 65 ml. HR X SV=CO - correct answer HR X SV=CO 70 X 65= 4550 4.6 L/min What % of the cardiac cycle is provided by the atrial kick? • 15% • 20% • 30% • 35% - correct answer 20% Atrial kick is a term that represents the amount of the total CO that is supplied via atrial contraction. If the pt has a condition or dysrhythmia that impairs or eliminates the atrial contraction, the pt may be compromised. Atrial Kick - correct answer Atrial kick is a term that represents the amount of the total CO that is supplied via atrial contraction. A normal value for an EF would be? • 65% • 40%