Skeletal muscles are attached to the bones by cords of connective tissue called ________.

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


tendons

Tendons are connective tissue fibers that form cords and connect muscles to bones.

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1. Argatroban (Acova) 2. Lepirudin (Refludan) 3. Desirudin (Iprivask) 4. Bivalirudin (Angiomax)

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Why would a nurse choose to be an active member of several professional associations?

A. To be able to spend time with friends and colleagues B. To be invited to the organization's annual convention/conference C. To be part of the decision-making and political action activities D. To have a rationale for paid professional development time for their meetings E. To obtain free copies of the organization's journal or magazine

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The nurse at the school-based neighborhood health clinic was very aware that, because of the nearby military base, there were many different nationalities of children at the school,

including some who did not speak English. What is important for the nurse to do? A. Recognize that certain ethnic groups may have different expectations of appropriate behaviors by their child. B. Share with the families research findings regarding appropriate childhood and effective parenting behavior. C. Teach the mother how to make the major health care decisions for the family. D. Help the families adapt to the United States; use teaching materials that demonstrate American beliefs and values.

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The liver has only one important responsibility, which is manufacturing bile

True False

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