Which of the following is a symptom/sign of pericardial effusion?
I. Tachycardia
II. Muffled heart sounds
III. Jugular vein distention
IV. Cyanosis

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All the signs and symptoms listed are correct for pericardial effusion, or the build-up of fluids in the sac surrounding the heart. Many chemotherapeutic drugs such as cytarabine, 5FU, cyclophosphamide, and doxorubicin can cause pericardial effusion.

Which of the Following Is a Symptom/sign of Pericardial Effusion