A thoracotomy is the first step of a surgical procedure involving the thoracic cavity and lungs
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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A client has experienced a myocardial infarction with accompanying necrosis of cardiac muscle, a permanent tissue. What are the ramifications of the fact that cardiac muscle is a permanent tissue?
A) The cardiac muscle cells will remain perpetually in the G1 stage of mitosis. B) Regeneration of the client's cardiac muscle will be exceptionally slow. C) The necrotic cells will be replaced with muscle cells that have limited metabolism. D) The cells will not proliferate and will be replaced with scar tissue.
May has been diagnosed with glaucoma and is told she will be taking medications for the rest of her life. What is the primary function of antiglaucoma drugs?
A) increase of aqueous humor production B) reduction of intraocular pressure C) reduction of inflammation D) protection of the cornea
The medical term ____________________ describes a surgical puncture of the joint space to remove synovial fluid
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A significant and potentially serious side effect of MAOI's is
a. liver cancer c. high blood pressure b. low blood pressure d. seizures