Angiotensin converting enzymes decrease myocardial infarction mortality by inreasing sodium and fluid excretion and lowering blood pressure
a. true
b. false
Ans: a. true
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1. Encourage the patient to frequently blow the nose. 2. Notify the health care provider immediately. 3. Administer antipyretics. 4. Obtain a blood glucose level.
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