The Sphygmomanometer and Stethoscope Can Be Used for a Direct

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True/False

The sphygmomanometer and stethoscope can be used for a direct measurement of arterial blood pressure.

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Definitions:

Aldosterone

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal gland that regulates salt and water balance in the body.

Adrenal Gland

A pair of endocrine glands located above the kidneys that produce a variety of hormones including adrenaline and cortisol, which help control stress response, blood pressure, and metabolism.

PTH

Parathyroid hormone, a key regulator of calcium levels in the blood and bone metabolism.

Parathyroid Gland

Small glands located behind the thyroid gland that play a critical role in regulating the body's calcium levels.