If a patient's blood pressure cannot be increased by adding volume, then which other action would most likely be successful in increasing it?
A) Blocking beta actions of the sympathetic nervous system
B) Decreasing the patient's preload
C) Vasoconstriction of the body's arteries
D) Decreasing the patient's afterload
C) Vasoconstriction of the body's arteries
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Which of the following is NOT a basic mode of communicating changes in drugs to patients and healthcare providers?
a. Verbal b. Written c. Non-verbal d. Automated
Which of the following device-related factors have a major effect on pressurized metered dose inhaler (MDI) delivery of aerosolized drugs during mechanical ventilation?
1. MDI propellant formula 2. Type of spacer or adapter used 3. Position of spacer in circuit 4. Timing of MDI actuation a. 1 and 3 only b. 1, 2, and 3 only c. 3 and 4 only d. 2, 3, and 4 only
Testing for which of the following can detect cataracts or problems of the retina even before the sharpness of the patient's vision is impaired?
A. Myopia B. Color blindness C. Contrast sensitivity D. Hyperopia E. Presbyopia
Which of the following is NOT true regarding the goals of the American Pharmacists Association (APhA)?
It provides continuing education through home study, live activities, and certificate training It ensures safe and healthful working conditions by enforcing standards and providing training It advocates for the practice of pharmacy, regardless of the setting It provides informational resources for both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians