Most arteries lie deep beneath the skin, but a few lie near the surface and, each time the heart contracts, their walls bulge, and this can be felt as a ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


pulse

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Which sexually transmitted disease is the nurse referring to in the teaching? 1. Herpes simplex virus (HSV) 2. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) 3. Hepatitis B 4. None of the above

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Flexibility training is an optional component of fitness programs

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Systolic pressure refers to

A. the force when the heart contracts. B. the force between beats when the heart is at rest. C. high blood pressure. D. having a weak heart.

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Which of the following describes the process in which one adopts patterns of behavior that lead to greater life satisfaction?

A. wellness B. self-efficacy C. social determination D. health

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