Define angina pectoris

What will be an ideal response?


Angina pectoris is characterized by episodes of pain when the heart experiences oxygen deficiency. This oxygen deficiency may be caused by conditions that result in decreased blood flow to the heart, decreased capacity of the blood to carry oxygen, or increased workload in the heart. A diminishment of the oxygen supply to the heart muscle results in myocardium ischemia or hypoxia.

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a. muscle b. fat c. protein d. all of the above

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Which of the following statements regarding the quality control tests used on concrete is MOST accurate?

A) If concrete is unsatisfactory, it will not settle during the slump test. B) The sag test checks the amount of aggregate in the cement. C) The compression test is very costly if the results are unsatisfactory. D) The density test is preferred over the slump test because of its convenience.

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What initial tidal volume setting on the ventilator would be recommended for a 70-kg adult male with ARDS?

a. 350 mL b. 420 mL c. 560 mL d. 700 mL

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Because some elderly patients have problems with memory, you should provide detailed ________ instructions that they and their family can refer to as necessary.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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