When Assessing the Hemodynamic Information for a Newly Admitted Patient

Multiple Choice

When assessing the hemodynamic information for a newly admitted patient in shock of unknown etiology, the nurse will anticipate administration of large volumes of crystalloids when the

A) cardiac output is increased and the central venous pressure (CVP) is low.
B) pulmonary artery wedge pressure (PAWP) is increased, and the urine output is low.
C) heart rate is decreased, and the systemic vascular resistance is low.
D) cardiac output is decreased and the PAWP is high.