Which vital sign is the best indicator of cardiac output during the initial assessment?

A. Pulse rate and quality
B. Systolic blood pressure
C. Quality of the respirations
D. Condition and color of the skin

Answer: A. Pulse rate and quality

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A. Less than 40 gpm (160 L/m) B. 40 to 350 gpm (160 L/m to 1 400 L/m) C. 100 to 250 gpm (380 L/m to 950 L/m) D. More than 350 gpm (1 400 L/min)

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The size of narrow anterior film is ______

a. 0 b. 1 c. 2 d. 4

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