The serous fluid within the pericardial cavity works to

A.  lubricate membranes of the pericardium.
B.  slow the heart rate.
C.  equalize the pressure in the great vessels.
D.  eliminate blood pressure spikes.
E.   All of the choices are correct.


A

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