The hormone that stimulates the kidneys to conserve water by decreasing urine output and assists in the maintenance of blood pressure is ________ hormone (ADH). 

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


antidiuretic
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) stimulates the kidneys to conserve water and assists in the maintenance of blood pressure.

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To determine outcome for a patient undergoing intermittent positive-pressure breathing (IPPB) therapy, the respiratory therapist should assess which of the following?

1. Peak expiratory flow 2. Breath sounds 3. Sputum color 4. Maximum inspiratory pressure a. 1 and 2 c. 1, 2, and 3 b. 3 and 4 d. 2, 3, and 4

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a. Alveoli b. Bronchioles c. Central airways d. Upper airways

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CPT codes designated as _____ are often part of a more comprehensive procedure.

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

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