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casperchen82

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What type of drug is used to relieve muscle spasm and stiffness?
 
  A) corticosteroid drugs
  B) muscle relaxant drugs
  C) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
  D) analgesic drugs

Question 2

The definition of diaphoresis is profuse sweating.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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srodz

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Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) These are used to relieve severe inflammation, not spasm and stiffness.
B) Correct
C) These are used to relieve pain and inflammation, not muscle spasm.
D) These are used to relieve pain, not muscle spasm.

Answer to Question 2

TRUE




casperchen82

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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