The patient is admitted to the hospital for evaluation and diagnosis of cardiovascular pathology. The patient is scheduled for an ejection fraction study. Correct facts that will guide patient teaching include which of the following? Select all that apply.

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The patient is admitted to the hospital for evaluation and diagnosis of cardiovascular pathology. The patient is scheduled for an ejection fraction study. Correct facts that will guide patient teaching include which of the following?  Select all that apply.

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An ejection fraction study is a test that measures the percentage of blood that is pumped out of the heart's main pumping chamber (the left ventricle) with each heartbeat. This test provides information about how well the heart is functioning and how effectively it is pumping. The normal ejection fraction varies depending on age, gender, and other factors, but it typically ranges from 50-70%. Stroke volume (the amount of blood pumped out of the heart with each beat) multiplied by heart rate (the number of times the heart beats per minute) equals cardiac output (the amount of blood pumped by the heart in one minute). Educating the patient about these concepts can help them understand their cardiovascular health and the purpose of the test.

The Patient Is Admitted to the Hospital for Evaluation and Diagnosis