Which of the Following Is a Physiologic Effect of Histamine

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a physiologic effect of histamine?

• A) Decreased bronchiolar smooth muscle tone
• B) Decreased systemic vascular resistance
• C) Decreased capillary permeability
• D) Decreased myocardial contractility
• E) Decreased gastric acid secretion

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Definitions:

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Automatic functions

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