The cusps of the AV valve are anchored to cardiac muscle by cord-like structures called ________ ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


chordae tendineae

The cusps of the AV valve are anchored to cardiac muscle by chordae tendineae.

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A muscle that opposes the actions of another is known as an __________.?

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Select the appropriate diagnostic code using an ICD-9-CM code book for the diagnostic statements given in the following questions

Early cirrhosis of the liver and acute hepatitis due to chronic alcoholism. The patient is being admitted to treat the cirrhosis and hepatitis.

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Which of the following is an advantage of extended-release medication?

A) Adverse reactions and side effects are reduced, because the medication is introduced into the body slowly. B) More medication is released into the bloodstream over a slow, consistent period. C) Patient compliance increases when there are more doses and pills to take per day. D) Convenience for patients, as they will take more and larger doses to achieve the same results.

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Fever is a common disease process that will speed up metabolism

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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