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lb_gilbert

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on: Jul 24, 2018
Which statement about drug therapy for heart failure is true?
 
  a. The drugs work only directly on the heart muscle.
  b. Drug therapy improves heart function but does not cure heart failure.
  c. When heart function returns to normal, the drug therapy can be stopped.
  d. Drug therapy for heart failure does not work when the patient continues to smoke.

Question 2

What is a common side effect of hydralazine (Apresoline) therapy for heart failure?
 
  a. Tachycardia
  b. High blood pressure
  c. Constipation
  d. Difficulty sleeping


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Jordin Calloway

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A


lb_gilbert

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Excellent

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