A patient of an Asian heritage is diagnosed with liver disease and tells the nurse that efforts need to be focused to strength the organs of yin. To which organs is this patient referring? Select all that apply
1. Gallbladder
2. Stomach
3. Large intestine
4. Heart
1, 2, 3
Explanation: 1. The gallbladder is considered an organ of yin.
2. The stomach is considered an organ of yin.
3. The large intestine is considered an organ of yin.
4. The heart is considered an organ of yang.
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