The cremaster is:
A. a sperm storage site.
B. the muscle that controls the size of the scrotum.
C. a muscular duct continuous with the epididymis.
D. a shoulder where the glans joins the shaft.
Ans: B. the muscle that controls the size of the scrotum.
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a. Parasympathetic nervous system dominates b. Extremely stressful or frightening event c. Blood pressure, heart rate, and adrenaline output decrease d. Sympathetic nervous system dominates e. Heart rate and blood pressure rise, secretion of adrenaline
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A) To offset the vitamin B deficiency that is commonly found in alcoholics B) To decrease symptoms associated with hypoglycemia C) To prevent symptoms of dehydration due to vomiting during withdrawal D) Orange juice simulates the taste of alcohol and decreases urges.
A patient will need vascular access for hemodialysis. Which statement by the nurse accurately describes an advantage of a fistula over a graft?
a. A fistula is much less likely to clot. b. A fistula increases patient mobility. c. A fistula can accommodate larger needles. d. A fistula can be used sooner after surgery.
When planning the response to the potential use of smallpox as an agent of terrorism, the emergency department (ED) nurse manager will plan to obtain adequate quantities of
a. vaccine. b. atropine. c. antibiotics. d. whole blood.