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Which of the following accurately describes Fick cardiac output?
Which of the following accurately describes Fick cardiac output?
- The measurement of blood flow through the coronary arteries
- The assessment of the electrical activity of the heart
- The calculation of the amount of blood pumped by the heart per minute (correct)
- The evaluation of the heart's ability to contract
What is the primary purpose of measuring Fick cardiac output?
What is the primary purpose of measuring Fick cardiac output?
- To evaluate the heart's contractility
- To assess the heart's electrical activity
- To diagnose coronary artery disease
- To determine the heart's pumping efficiency (correct)
Which factor is NOT considered when calculating Fick cardiac output?
Which factor is NOT considered when calculating Fick cardiac output?
- Heart rate
- Blood pressure (correct)
- Stroke volume
- Oxygen consumption
Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating Fick cardiac output?
Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating Fick cardiac output?
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What is the unit of measurement for Fick cardiac output?
What is the unit of measurement for Fick cardiac output?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects Fick cardiac output?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects Fick cardiac output?
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