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Which of the following statements about the use of vasopressors in the treatment of anaphylaxis is TRUE?
 
  A) A norepinephrine infusion can correct the peripheral vasodilation that occurs secondary to SRS-A release by basophils and mast cells.
  B) A norepinephrine infusion encourages a net movement of plasma from the intravascular space to the vascular space, raising blood pressure.
  C) An epinephrine infusion can correct the peripheral vasodilation that occurs secondary to SRS-A release by basophils and mast cells.
  D) A dopamine infusion can correct the peripheral vasodilation that occurs secondary to histamine release by basophils and mast cells.

Question 2

When giving a radio report to the hospital, which of the following would be the first patient-specific information provided?
 
  A) The patient is a 55-year-old male. B) The patient is having a heart attack.
  C) The patient has taken nitroglycerin. D) The patient is complaining of chest pain.


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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A



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