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vinney12

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While gathering a history from a 65-year-old man, you note that he takes a beta blocker. You know this is a cardiac medication which will:
 
  A) cause smooth muscle in the heart to contract.
  B) block the beta receptors of the parasympathetic nervous system.
  C) interrupt the signals to the vagus nerve.
  D) reduce the rate and force of cardiac contractions.

Question 2

You are called for a patient with a possible appendicitis. Which of the following positions would be the MOST comfortable for patient transport?
 
  A) Fowler's
  B) Semi-Fowler's
  C) Lateral recumbent
  D) Trendelenburg


nital

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C


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