Question 202 · LEK · Hemodynamic monitoring
The non-invasive methods for cardiac monitoring include non-invasive blood pressure (NIBP) measurement. An additional non-invasive parameter is the heart rate pressure product, defined as the heart rate multiplied by the systolic pressure. Indicate normal values for the heart rate pressure product:
- A. up to 5 000.
- B. up to 10 000.
- C. up to 15 000.
- D. up to 20 000.
- E. up to 25 000.
Hint
Estimate the product for a typical resting heart rate and systolic pressure, allowing for the commonly quoted upper limit.
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