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KWilfred

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In a clinical trial for a new pain medication, Hayden was given an inactive substance instead of an actual drug. After taking it, however, his headache improved. This resulted from the
 
  A) analgesic effect.
  B) placebo effect.
  C) ingredients in the inactive pills.
  D) passage of time.

Question 2

Which of the following symptoms probably does NOT warrant professional medical advice?
 
  A) You notice that your lips are bluish in color.
  B) You get a tingling sensation in your arm and your speech is slurred.
  C) You develop a low-grade fever and sore throat.
  D) Your throat is swelling after taking a new medication.


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ynlevi

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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


KWilfred

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Reply 2 on: Jul 12, 2018
Gracias!

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