Peripherally acting adrenergic blockers reduce blood pressure by reducing arterial and venous:
A. blood flow
B. vascular tone
C. fibrillation
D. viscosity
b
Rationale: Peripherally acting adrenergic blockers reduce blood pressure by reducing vascular tone, primarily in the veins and the arteries.
You might also like to view...
All of the following concerning protein are correct EXCEPT that:
A. protein excess causes edema. B. a significant amount of protein can be lost through wound drainage. C. protein deficiency leads to decreased collagen synthesis. D. protein is required for tissue regeneration and repair.
What is the role of postextubation NPPV for patients with COPD exacerbations who are intubated because they were not initially candidates for NPPV? I. earlier extubation to NPPV II. reduced incidence of nosocomial infection III. decreased length of stay in hospital IV. shortened duration of positive-pressure mechanical ventilation
A. I. only B. II, III only C. I, III, IV only D. I, II, III, IV only
The pineal gland is located within the skull.?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What is the term for blood in the urine?
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).