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lbcchick

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An awake but confused patient experiencing an allergic reaction begins to exhibit stridorous respirations. The EMT knows that the underlying condition responsible for this presentation is:
 
  A) constriction of the small airways.
  B) spasm of the lower airway.
  C) swelling to the upper airway.
  D) loss of the gag reflex.

Question 2

A person has been diagnosed with high blood pressure. A medication that can effectively serve to lower his blood pressure is one that:
 
  A) increases the heart rate.
  B) dilates the coronary arteries.
  C) dilates the arteries.
  D) constricts the veins.



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

C



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