What part of the nephron is damaged the most by analgesic abuse?
a. Proximal tubule
b. Distal tubule
c. Renal tubular cells
d. Loop of Henle
Ans: b. Distal tubule
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Describe the anatomical position and why it is important
• Standing erect • Standard position
A research nurse, while participating in clinical trials, finds that a client has receptive aphasia. Which pathophysiological change should the nurse expect to be the cause of this condition in the client?
1. Damage to the brain stem 2. Dysfunction in Broca's area 3. Dysfunction in Wernicke's area 4. Damage to one side of cerebellum
Secondary organs of the immune system include:
A) the spleen. B) the liver. C) the lymph nodes. D) all of the above.