The apparatus for measuring blood pressure is called a/an
A) sphygmomanometer.
B) aneroid device.
C) stethoscope.
D) thermometer.
A
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a. fracture repair c. tendon release b. spinal fusion d. thoracotomy
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a. "If I experience gastrointestinal upset, I may take an antacid." b. "I should notify my provider immediately if my urine is brown." c. "I should take the drug with food and increase my fluid intake." d. "Tingling of my fingers is a harmless side effect of this drug."
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