The small intestine receives its blood supply from the ____ artery. 

A. superior mesenteric
B. renal
C. inferior mesenteric
D. common iliac


A. superior mesenteric

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What will be an ideal response?

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During an anaphylactic reaction, the surgical team must maintain the airway and provide supplemental oxygen or the patient may die of:

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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