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gonzo233

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A patient is constipated and trying to have a bowel movement. How does holding the breath and pushing down (the Valsalva maneuver) affect the pulse?
 
  A) left ventricle pumps more forcefully; pulse is stronger
  B) stimulates the vagus nerve to increase the rate
  C) stimulates the vagus nerve to decrease the rate
  D) right ventricle is less efficient; pulse is thready

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A nurse working in a clinic is planning to conduct vision screenings for a group of low-income women. What equipment would be needed to test vision?
 
  A) Snellen chart B) stethoscope C) ophthalmoscope D) otoscope


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Gabe

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A


gonzo233

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

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Wow, this really help

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