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Question 1 of 5
Which of the following will not help prevent an asthma attack from occurring?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Smoking (C) exacerbates asthma, even outside.
Question 2 of 5
What may develop due to deep vein thrombosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: DVT (A) can lead to pulmonary embolism.
Question 3 of 5
A toxic megacolon develops due to the distention in the colon. This is caused by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All (D) can cause toxic megacolon via inflammation.
Question 4 of 5
What does aspirin do when administered for an acute myocardial infarction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspirin (B) inhibits platelet aggregation, preventing clot growth.
Question 5 of 5
Which of these tests is not necessary for a patient who may have a pulmonary embolism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: X-ray (B) isn’t specific for PE diagnosis.