The carotid ________ are baroreceptors in carotid arteries that respond to changes in blood pressure.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


sinuses

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The most primitive nervous systems consist of structures known as nerve

A) cords. B) tracts. C) webs. D) nets. E) mazes.

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Of the structures provided, it would be easiest to discern two distinct pins touching the skin on the ________.

A. abdomen B. thigh C. upper arm D. forehead

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How many neurons conduct sensory impulses from the periphery to the postcentral gyrus?

A. One B. Two C. Three D. Four

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The BEST way to be certain that the ET tube has passed through the vocal cords is to:

A) feel the ridges of the tracheal wall with the ET tube. B) visualize the tube passing between the vocal cords. C) note the appropriate color change of the capnographer. D) ensure the presence of bilaterally equal breath sounds.

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