What role does histamine play in the inflammatory process?

What will be an ideal response?


The correct answer should include the following key points:
*Histamine is released by mast cells during the inflammatory phase of wound healing.
*Histamine causes increased vessel wall permeability and short-term vasodilation.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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List the three types of health care institutions and how they vary

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Which part of an optical microscope contains a magnifying lens?

A. Focus controls B. Substage C. Stage D. Arm E. Objective

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As the AEMT responsible for triage at a motor-vehicle collision, you find a patient who is breathing 18 times per minute and has a radial pulse. Which one of the following should you do next?

A) Check the blood pressure. B) Move the patient to the treatment area. C) Check the mental status. D) Place a yellow tag on the patient.

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