The western meadowlark is the state bird of six states; being Montana, Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, and Wyoming. The northern cardinal, which represents seven states, is the only bird to hold the status of state bird in more states.
stress testing. Stress testing is the process of determining the ability of a computer, network, program or device to maintain a certain level of effectiveness under unfavorable conditions. The process can involve quantitative tests done in a lab, such as measuring the frequency of errors or system crashes.
The lexiscan stress test is a stress test for patients who cannot walk on a treadmill. The tracer (cardiolite) is utilized. Images are obtained before the lexiscan is infused and after the lexiscan is infused. This helps to determine if areas of the heart are receiving enough blood or if there are blockages (coronary artery disease).