What are the first arteries to branch off the ascending aorta?

a. Brachiocephalic
b. Carotid
c. Coronary
d. Subclavian

ANS: C
Two main coronary arteries, a left and a right, arise from the root of the aorta.

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What is the correct code for bipolar disorder, current episode, manic without psychotic features, moderate?

A. F31.12 B. F31.11 C. F31.13 D. F31.10

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