A patient with breathing problems is given a muscle relaxant. As soon as he starts taking the drug, he begins to experience bronchospasms, a symptom that may eventually lead to an asthmatic attack. This can be attributed to the release of:
A. acetylcholine.
B. serotonin.
C. norepinephrine.
D. histamine.
Answer: D
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1. Problem, intervention, evaluation system 2. Problem-oriented medical record 3. Focus system 4. Electronic medical record
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false