Metabolic alkalosis may be caused by
A) gastric lavage ("stomach pumping"). B) taking too many antacids.
C) prolonged vomiting. D) all of the above.
D
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Which of the following statements concerning the dorsal respiratory group (DRG) is correct?
a. the DRG consists of both inspiratory neurons and expiratory neurons. b. the neurons of the DRG remain inactive during normal quiet breathing. c. the DRG is called into play by the VRG as when demands for ventilation are increased. d. is found within the brainstem e. none of these answers.
Five-year-old Charlie is so mad that he's holding his breath until he gets his way. What will stimulate his breathing rate to return to normal?
A) lack of sensory information being sent to central chemoreceptors B) lack of oxygen C) lack of sensory information being sent to peripheral chemoreceptors D) accumulation of partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PCO2 )
Destruction of the superior colliculi would impact an individual's hearing.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
As the number of rows of detectors increases in a CT gantry, the number of slices obtained with each revolution of the tube decreases.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)