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leilurhhh

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Brain injuries produced by blows that do not penetrate the skull are called
 
  A) closed-head injuries.
  B) contrecoup injuries.
  C) hematomas.
  D) contusions.
  E) lacerations.

Question 2

Given the cascade of events leading to ischemia-produced brain damage, __________ antagonists administered immediately after a stroke might reduce the development of brain damage.
 
  A) GABA
  B) glutamate
  C) acetylcholinesteras e
  D) dopamine
  E) serotonin


Perkypinki

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


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