Releasing and inhibiting hormones travel from the hypothalamus to the anterior pituitary through the ________.
A. superior vena cava
B. aorta
C. fourth ventricle
D. portal vein
Answer: D
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A nurse is helping another nurse fasten the knot of the cover gown before assisting a colleague with a dressing change. Which of the following advantages does a cover gown offer?
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A patient newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis tries to learn all she can about the disease process. The patient asks the nurse what signs and symptoms can be anticipated with multiple sclerosis
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What would be the expected first treatment of shock?
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