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  1. Hemodynamics question

    nursing4him posted a topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I'm a student, of course, and here goes... (thanks to the smart nurse who helps) Why is afterload increased in cardiogenic shock? I understand the preload, but If blood volume is increased in the...

  2. Hemodynamics question

    nursing4him replied to nursing4him's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Ok, I've got it now. I think I was trying to simulate cardiogenic shock with all other types. Your answer is EXACTLY what I needed to hear. It's no wonder that my second question was confusing....

  3. Hemodynamics question

    nursing4him replied to nursing4him's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Yes, thats what I'm asking. I may be confused in thinking that the compensation is only breif. Does the compensation ever fail, and the periphery vasodilate? I think I'm just getting a mind...

  4. Hemodynamics question

    nursing4him replied to nursing4him's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Thank you soooo much. One quick question Isnt the periphery vasodilated after the short vasoconstriction