What aspect of blood chemistry is sensed by the carotid bodies?
A. cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) pH
B. pulmonary arterial O2 content
C. pulmonary venous hemoglobin content
D. systemic arterial PO2
E. systemic venous PCO2
Answer: D. systemic arterial PO2
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Fill in the blank with the correct word.
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What hormone stimulates the release of aldosterone?
A) ADH B) aldosterone C) angiotensin II D) atrial natriuretic peptide E) parathyroid hormone
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Aldosterone regulates the blood sodium and potassium levels.
a. true b. false
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Which organ is the only organ connected to the anterior body wall by a mesentery in the adult?
A) liver B) transverse colon C) stomach D) small intestine
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