Match what hemodynamic indices develop in patients with an extensive pulmonary embolism to the items listed below. Items may be used once, more than once, or not at all.
-LVSWI
A)Normal
B)Decreases
C)Increases
D)Decrease/normal
E)Increase/normal

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Patients with an extensive pulmonary embolism will likely experience decreased LVSWI, as the pressure on the pulmonary artery will increase, causing a decrease in left ventricular stroke work.

Match What Hemodynamic Indices Develop in Patients with an Extensive