The quadriceps muscle group functions as a decelerator to knee joint flexion in weight-bearing movements by contracting concentrically to prevent too rapid of a downward movement.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


False

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Fill in the missing word in the definition for the key term.

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The LPN caring for a client with heart failure is preparing to provide multiple medications. Which of the following medications will impact the heart contractility?

A. Pravastatin (Pravachol) B. Trandolapril (Mavik) C. Venlafaxine (Effexor) D. Digoxin (Cardoxin)

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Active exercise of uninjured parts of the body helps prevent muscle atrophy. List six types of exercise

What will be an ideal response?

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________ uses radio waves in a magnetic field to view organs, bones, and other internal body structures

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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