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Bernana

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A patient is administered bevacizumab (Avastin) to treat tumor growth in a breast tumor. What is the action of bevacizumab (Avastin)?
 
  A) It changes the RNA of the tumor cell.
  B) It binds to the 30S ribosome.
  C) It inhibits the formation of blood vessels.
  D) It blocks the cell wall synthesis.

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A patient who has been prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin) is also taking furosemide (Lasix) 20 mg daily. Which of the following electrolyte imbalances will precipitate the patient to develop digoxin toxicity?
 
  A) Hyperkalemia
  B) Hypokalemia
  C) Hypermagnesemia
  D) Hyponatremia


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strudel15

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B


Bernana

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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