Which of the following complications is likely with untreated Ludwig's angina?

A. Abducens nerve paralysis
B. Meningitis
C. Respiratory obstruction
D. Sinus perforation
E. Double vision


Answer: C. Respiratory obstruction

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A. activating different regions of the muscle. B. recruiting a different number of motor units. C. activating the motor units at a different frequency. D. altering the number of crossbridges each individual fiber uses.

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The nodes of Ranvier are formed by the open patches of axon when oligodendrocytes wrap themselves "jelly roll fashion" around the axon

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which type of muscle contains fusiform cells that function to propel materials through hollow organs?

A.   Voluntary B.   Striated C.   Smooth D.   Skeletal

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The energy equivalent of O2 is

a. 4.8 kilocalories of energy liberated per liter of O2 consumed b. used to indirectly measure the metabolic rate c. the energy required to raise 1 gm of H2O 1?C d. both a and b e. all of the above

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