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Latest revision as of 02:40, 25 September 2026
In regards to detection of a venous air embolus, which of the following modalities is most sensitive?
A. Echocardiography
B. Precordial Doppler
C. EKG
D. Right atrial pressure monitor
E. Arterial blood pressure monitor
F. End-tidal nitrogen concentration
G. End-tidal carbon dioxide concentration
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The answer is B. Doppler is the most sensitive. Echo is the most specific. All others can be used and have signs associated with VAE.
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