A patient has pulmonary hypertension, which has increased the resistance in the pulmonary blood vessels. In response, what will most likely occur over a long period of time?
A) The right side of the heart will weaken
B) The heart muscle will become stronger
C) The left side of the heart will weaken and fail
D) The aorta will weaken and potentially rupture
A) The right side of the heart will weaken
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A small medical practice has five employees, including the physician owner. Which of the following apply to this practice?
A. Record-keeping for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission B. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act C. The Pregnancy Discrimination Act D. Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards
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