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The nurse observes that the patient's jugular veins distend in the semi-upright position to more than 5 cm above the sternal angle. This is an indication of: : fluid volume overload. what is normal Pulmonary artery occlusion pressure (PAOP)? : 5-12 mmHg The resistance against which the left ventricle must pump to eject its volume is: : systemic vascular resistance. When the tricuspid valve is open, central venous pressure reflects the filling pressure in the: : right ventricle. Tachycardia is dangerous for the patient with ischemic heart disease because of: : compromised cardiac output. 2 | P a g e During initial examination of a critical care patient, the nurse observes wide and convex nails and bulbous fingertips. This is evidence of: : central cyanosis. Priorities for palpation of the patient with cardiovascular disease include: : estimating edema. checking capillary refill checking for DVT arterial pulses
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