An asthma patient presents with symptoms of decreased breath sounds with no wheezing, and a PaCO2 of 54 mmHg. What is the likely diagnosis?

A) acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
B) respiratory failure
C) bronchiolitisD) cystic fibrosis

B

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A. To prevent restenosis of a blood vessel B. To increase the activity of vitamin K C. To promote the growth of new collateral blood vessels D. To reduce clot formation in the blood

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