cardiac output & perfusion Flashcards
assessment
1
Q
the best way to assess cardiac output on a patient is through what?
A
urinary output
2
Q
how do we assess peripheral perfusion ?
A
subjective assessment of skin
- warm/cold
mottling score
- skin discoloration
capillary refill time
- finger, toes
temperature
pulse ox
doppler flow
3
Q
what are the 6 ps for neurovasular system ?
A
pain
pallor
pulse
paresthesia
paralysis
4
Q
how do you measure cardiac output ?
A
heart rate x stroke volume = cardiac output
5
Q
how does a nurse assess for adequate cardiac output?
A
interpretation of vital signs
inspection
palpation
auscultation of heart sounds
