Atrial natriuretic peptide is released by ________ when blood volume and blood pressure are too high and opposes the actions of the renin-angiotensin system

A) the aortic baroreceptors B) atrial cardiac muscle cells
C) the left atrium D) the right atrium


B

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Significant injuries to the head and neck require:

A) detailed neurological evaluation on scene. B) spinal motion restriction. C) only BLS intervention. D) insertion of a supraglottic airway device.

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The "A" in the mnemonic LAST stands for ____.

A. Assess B. Access C. Ambulatory D. Amputation

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1.05 milliliters = ________ liter

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.

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Which of the following conditions would not be reported with code Q65.8?

a. congenital coxa valga b. congenital dislocation of right hip c. congenital femoral neck anteversion d. congenital acetabular dysplasia

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