The body uses a series of mechanisms to maintain ____________________, an adequate blood volume, by preventing the loss of blood from bleeding.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


hemostasis

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a. elevation b. elongation c. exercise d. extension

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Acetaminophen has:

A) anti-inflammatory properties. B) antipyretic properties. C) both A and B. D) analgesic properties.

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Freshly oxygenated blood returns to the heart via which of the following blood vessels?

A. Aorta B. Vena cava C. Pulmonary vein D. Pulmonary artery

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