Which hormone, released by the heart, regulates blood pressure?

A. Atrial natriuretic peptide
B. ACTH
C. Thymosin
D. Erythropoietin
E. Melatonin


Answer: A

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A) Palpate the face one side at a time B) Gently lift and then let go of the skin over the cheeks C) Ask the patient to show you his teeth or smile D) Observe the patient's ability to turn his head to the right and then to the left

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In 1996, a federal law was passed that prevents health insurers from denying coverage based on genetic information for individuals moving between group health insurance plans. This federal law is known as:

A. Privacy Act B. Civil Liberties Act C. HIPAA D. Americans with Disabilities Act E. GINA

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Name three clinical allied health professions

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following tests requires specimens to be placed in a body temperature heater upon collection?

A. Ammonia B. Blood gases C. Alcohol D. Cold agglutinins

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