A client presents with dyspnea, exertional dyspnea, and exertional syncope. An echocardiogram shows a diminished left ventricular ejection fraction. What would be the reason for prescribing dobutamine to the client?
1. To enhance arterial circulation
2. To reduce the risk of coagulation
3. To augment the cardiac output
4. To diminish the effects of ventricular failure
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A. Cocaine hydrochloride powder produces a higher rate of dependence than crack cocaine. B. Cocaine is a powerful central nervous system opiate. C. Cocaine may cause users to become overweight. D. Injecting or smoking cocaine produces a quicker, stronger high than snorting it.
Which body cavity contains the heart and lungs?
a. Thoracic b. Abdominal c. Pelvic d.Cranial
Which substance is known as "bad" cholesterol because it tends to deposit cholesterol on artery walls?
A. lipids B. triglycerides C. low-density lipoprotein (LDL) D. high-density lipoprotein (HDL)
All of the following behaviors can reduce a person's risk for cardiovascular disease except
A) not smoking. B) limiting alcohol intake. C) managing stress. D) keeping LDL cholesterol levels high.