My Notes Flashcards
0
Q
What are the major factors affecting particular preload?
A
Mainly venous return
Blood volume
Distribution of blood volume due to posture
Heart rhythm and rate
1
Q
What is preload?
A
End-diastolic volume
2
Q
How is left ventricular afterload equated clinically?
A
SVR
(MAP-CVP)/CO * 80