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Also called anaphylaxis.  \nanatomic position standing, facing forward, arms atthe sides, palms out.  \nanatomy study of the structure of the body. aneurysm weakening in the wall of an artery.  \nangina pectoris temporary chest pain that occurs when myocardial oxygen demand exceeds supply.  \n2  \nEMS Medical Glossary  \nangioedema swelling under the tissue, often in the face or tongue.  \nanisocoria unequal pupils.  \nantagonist a medication that inhibits a response.  \nanterior toward the front. 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