Which of the following medications dissolves an existing clot?
A) hematinic
B) anticoagulant
C) antiplatelet
D) thrombolytic
D
Explanation: A thrombolytic dissolves an existing clot. A hematinic increases the number of erythrocytes or hemoglobin in the blood. An anticoagulant prevents blood clot formation. An antiplatelet interferes with the action of platelets.
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A) Loss of contact with reality and disruption of thought B) Repeated episodes of mania or mixed episodes of mania and depression C) Lowered mood and decreased interest or pleasure in all activities D) Diminished ability to concentrate
The complete stopping of heart activity is called:
A) cardiac arrest B) fibrillation C) bundle branch block D) angina pectoris
The meaning of the abbreviation rad is ________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which is the proper translation of angiogram?
A. Record of the blood vessels B. Instrument used to produce a record of the heart C. Record of the heart D. Record of the blood E. Instrument used to produce a record of the blood vessels