Which of the following types of blockers may cause congestive heart failure (CHF)?
A) calcium channel blockers
B) angiotensin II receptor blockers
C) centrally acting adrenergic blockers
D) peripherally acting adrenergic blockers
C) centrally acting adrenergic blockers
Congestive heart failure may be an adverse effect of the centrally acting adrenergic blockers. Other adverse effects include drowsiness, sedation, headache, nightmares, anxiety, orthostatic hypotension, peripheral edema, tachycardia, bradycardia, cutaneous flush, and hepatitis.
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a. A large pericardial effusion b. Blockage of the left ventricle c. Excessive amount of fluid the pleural space d. Clots in the superior vena cava
The opening between the vocal cords, indicated by number 1, is called the _______________.