Antipsychotic medications may decrease the effectiveness of levodopa because they block:
A. acetylcholine receptors.
B. serotonin receptors.
C. dopamine receptors.
D. gamma-aminobutyric acid receptors.
Answer: C
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A) Give meticulous aseptic care to and around the suprapubic tube. B) Call the urologist immediately. C) Remove the suprapubic tube. D) Administer antispasmodic drugs as ordered.
One disadvantage of cellulose hemostatic sponges compared to gelatin sponges is:
A. bone regeneration interference. B. agranulocytosis. C. anaphylactic shock. D. thrombocytopenia.
What is the most important cell during the reconstructive phase of wound healing is:
a. Fibroblasts b. Epithelial cells c. Keloids d. Prostaglandins