The nurse is reviewing with the client that prostaglandins are hormone-like substances. Their effects are localized to the area in which they are produced. The client asks what body functions the prostaglandins influence
What should the nurse tell the client about body functions that prostaglandins influence?
1 . Blood pressure
2 . Respirations
3 . Heart rate
4 . Digestion
5 . Reproduction
A) 1, 2, 3, 4
B) 1, 2, 4, 5
C) 1, 3, 4, 5
D) 2, 3, 4, 5
B
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Prostaglandins are hormone-like substances. Their effects are localized to the area in which they are produced. They influence blood pressure, respiration, digestion, and reproduction.
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