The function of the respiratory system is to move air in and out of the lungs. This process is called _______________, respiration, or breathing. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


ventilation

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Adverse effects of nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocking agents include which of the following? 1. Bronchospasm 2. Tachycardia 3. Apnea 4. Increased airway resistance 5. Increased blood pressure

a. 1 and 3 only b. 2, 4, and 5 only c. 1, 2, 4, and 5 only d. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5

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The lipoprotein that transports cholesterol from the body to the liver for metabolism, considered the "good cholesterol," is

A) HDL (high-density lipoproteins) B) triglycerides C) LDL (low-density lipoproteins) D) VLDL (very low-density lipoproteins)

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The signs and symptoms of a transient ischemic attack (TIA) may last up to:

A) 24 hours. B) 1 hour. C) 30 minutes. D) 6 hours.

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Removal of a blood clot from a vein is called a(n) ______________.

a. atherectomy b. thrombectomy

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