Identify the primary mechanism of action of digoxin.
A. Blockade of angiotensin receptors
B. Blockade or norepinephrine receptors
C. Release of nitric oxide
D. Increase of myocardial contraction
Answer: D
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1. upper-right quadrant 2. lower-left quadrant 3. area of McBurney point 4. epigastric region
When inserting a urinary drainage catheter, the catheter should be lubricated with
a. petroleum jelly c. lotion b. normal saline d. water-soluble lubri-cant
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1. "Who is responsible for this?" 2. "Why did this happen to me?" 3. "What should I do about this?" 4. "Who will take care of this problem?"