The generic name of "Lipitor" is:
A) niacin
B) atorvastatin
C) valproic acid
D) rifampin
B) atorvastatin
The generic name of Lipitor is atorvastatin. It is an example of a "statin", used to lower lipid levels. Other examples of statins and lipid-lowering drugs include fenofibrate, fluvastatin, gemfibrozil, lovastatin, niacin, pravastatin, and simvastatin.
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A function of the lymphatic system is to:
a. break down food. b. return interstitial fluid to the blood. c. control organ systems via hormones. d. move blood containing nutrients.
What should be coded when the objective is to narrow a blood vessel?
A) Restriction B) Occlusion C) Dilation D) Bypass
Which of these muscles dilates the Eustachian tube?
A) Dilator Eustachius B) Levator veli palatine C) Tensor veli palatine D) None of the above