A patient who lies in bed for several hours out of the day is at risk for ________, the breaking down of skin from prolonged pressure on the area.
A. decubitus ulcers
B. cataracts
C. chronic lymphocytic leukemia
D. stroke
Answer: A
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Which of the following medications is used to treat patients with hypertension?
A. Lansoprazole (Prevacid®) B. Paroxetine (Paxil®) C. Atorvastatin (Lipitor®) D. Alendronate (Fosamax®) E. Hydralazine (Apresoline®)
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