What is the function of the hormone calcitonin, which is released from the thyroid gland?

A. It increases sodium and potassium in the blood
B. It decreases secretion of milk in nursing mothers
C. It increases reabsorption of water in kidney tubules
D. It increases plasma calcium concentrations
E. It decreases plasma calcium concentrations

Answer: E

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The ________ Role Delineation Chart is a good reference source that identifies the skills, duties, and procedures that medical assistants are educated to perform.

A. AAMA B. AMT C. AHIMA D. AAPC

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