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magmichele12

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When a patient is examined, their blood pressure is found to be 166/100. It can be said that he is hypotensive.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

The patient complains of NOT having a desire to eat. This symptom is known as ascites.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: Because the blood pressure is higher than normal, the patient is hypertensive, not hypotensive.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: This condition is known as anorexia.


magmichele12

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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