lo5 Flashcards
1
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what are diuretics?
A
diuretics are drugs that flush out excess water from the body by increasing urination.
2
Q
what are steroids?
A
steroids are drugs used to reduce inflammation brought about by overactive immune systems.
3
Q
what are immuno-suppressants?
A
immuno- suppressants are medication that suppresses the types of white blood cell involved in rejection, slowing down or preventing the destruction of the donated organ. also supresses the response to viruses and cancers.
4
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what is dialysis?
A
dialysis is a device used to clean blood of impurities such as urea.
