Following a balloon angioplasty to open a partially blocked coronary artery, a metal mesh tube known as a(n) ________ may be placed in the artery in order to keep it open.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
stent
A stent is a metal mesh that is placed in an artery to keep the artery open after balloon angioplasty has been performed.
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A. Radiation therapy B. Surgery C. Chemotherapy D. Steroid medications
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A. Ask for a transfer to another area of the hospital B. Ask the supervisor to cut her hours C. Tell the supervisor the reading must be wrong D. Ask for protective clothing to prevent further exposure E. Review her work practices for radiation safety