There are ________ prevertebral ganglia.

A. 5
B. 3
C. 2
D. 12
E. 4


Answer: B

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

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During a cardiovascular examination, a patient has a resting heart rate of 65 beats/min and a blood pressure of 100/70 mm Hg in the supine position

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

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This cross section of skin shows general cutaneous receptors. What kind of receptor does number 5 indicate?

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