Which of the following chemical mediators is a vasodilator released from injured mast cells?

A. Prostaglandin
B. Necrosin
C. Histamine
D. Leukotaxin


Answer: C

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Intrathecal administration of mitotic inhibitors _______.

a.  may be preferred over IV to enhance absorption b.  is a last resort when IV access cannot be obtained c.  is not recommended in children d.  is fatal and is never a possible route

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An individual with a combination of risk factors appears to be at much higher risk for cardiovascular disease than a person with any isolated factor. The condition called ________ involves a combination of insulin resistance, hypertension, high lipids, and central obesity.

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

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Which of the following statements accurately represents the relationship between linear and angular motion?

A. Angular motion of joints produces the linear motion of walking, and linear motion of joints produces an angular motion. B. Angular motion of joints produces the linear motion of walking. C. Linear motion of joints produces an angular motion. D. None of the answers is correct.

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