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magmichele12

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which type of medication is used to prevent a disease?
 
  A) antidote
  B) broad spectrum
  C) placebo
  D) prophylaxis

Question 2

Blood exits the left side of the heart into the:
 
  A) aorta
  B) vena cavae
  C) pulmonary vein
  D) pulmonary artery
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pocatato

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

D
Explanation: Prophylaxis is used to prevent disease. An antidote neutralizes poisons. A broad spectrum is a drug that is effective against a wide range of microorganisms. A placebo is an inactive, harmless substance used to satisfy a patient's desire for medication.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: Blood exits the left side of the heart into the aorta. Blood enters the right side of the heart from the vena cavae. Blood is returned to the left side of the heart by the pulmonary veins. Blood exits the right side of the heart into the pulmonary arteries.


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