Pulsations of a Mercury Column or the Needle on an Aneroid

question 9

Multiple Choice

Pulsations of a mercury column or the needle on an aneroid manometer are observed approximately _________ the initial Korotkoff sounds are heard.

• A)10 to 15 mm Hg before
• B)10 to 15 mm Hg after
• C)30 to 35 mm Hg before
• D)30 to 35 mm Hg after

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Definitions:

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Mutualistic Relationship

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Photosynthetic Organisms

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