Mean arterial blood pressure should be maintained above in heavily muscled or pregnant animals.
A)60 mm Hg
B)80 mm Hg
C)50 mm Hg
D)100 mm Hg

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A mean arterial blood pressure of 80 mm Hg is required for efficient renal perfusion during anesthesia. Heavily muscled or pregnant patients are more at risk for anesthetic and post-operative complications due to hypovolemia due to their increased mass and cardiovascular requirements.

Mean Arterial Blood Pressure Should Be Maintained Above in Heavily