Which of the following terms describes the force against which the ventricle must expel blood?
A) Afterload
B) Cardiac output
C) Overload
D) Preload
Ans: A) Afterload
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Which statement made by a client who has abused drugs would the nurse evaluate as showing positive progress?
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