A patient with some blood loss is maintaining a blood pressure of 100/60 mmHg. The nurse interprets this to mean that the patient's blood pressure is being maintained through the help of which of the following?

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Arterioles are a key component in regulating blood pressure as they can constrict or dilate to increase or decrease blood flow to different tissues. In this patient, the arterioles are likely constricting to maintain blood pressure despite some blood loss. Venules, capillaries, and veins do not play as significant of a role in regulating blood pressure.

A Patient with Some Blood Loss Is Maintaining a Blood