CCS - Certified Cardiac Surgeon Practice Test
CCS CCS Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Perfusion Management
What is the primary purpose of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) during cardiac surgery?
Select your answer
A
To provide intraoperative analgesia
B
To temporarily take over heart and lung function allowing a bloodless operative field
C
To increase systemic blood pressure during surgery
D
To administer cardioplegia directly to the myocardium
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