Which of the following are signs of cardiac tamponade?
I.Distended neck veins
II.Bradycardia
III.Muffled, distant heart sounds
IV.Low systolic blood pressure

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A physical examination reveals the following: distended neck veins; tachycardia; systolic blood pressure of 90 mm Hg; muffled, distant heart sounds; and a loss of the carotid artery pulse during inspiration. This person exhibits signs and symptoms of cardiac tamponade.

Which of the Following Are Signs of Cardiac Tamponade