A patient,identified as a potential organ donor,has been diagnosed as brain dead and is being maintained on ventilator support.The nurse is reviewing the patient's hemodynamic parameters and is concerned about which findings? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
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A mean arterial pressure (MAP) of 50 mm Hg is considered low and indicates inadequate perfusion, which is concerning for a potential organ donor as it may affect the viability of organs. An ejection fraction (EF) of 30% is also concerning as it indicates poor cardiac function, which could compromise organ perfusion and viability. Central venous pressure (CVP) of 5 mm Hg, serum sodium of 145 mEq/L, and serum glucose of 140 mg/dL are within normal or acceptable ranges and are not typically concerning in the context of organ donation.

A Patient,identified as a Potential Organ Donor,has Been Diagnosed as Brain