Multiple Choice
Which observation indicates pulsus paradoxus on a patient's arterial pressure waveform?
A) The waveform has tall, tented waves.
B) The pulse pressure is above 20 mm Hg on exhalation.
C) There is a decrease of more than 10 mm Hg in the arterial waveform before inhalation.
D) There is a single, nonperfused beat.
Correct Answer:
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