The largest nerve tissue cells, which transmit impulses, are called ________. 

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


neurons
Nerve tissue cells called neurons transmit impulses throughout the body.

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Which of the following statements about the patient in neurogenic shock is FALSE?

A) Signs of hypovolemic shock may be masked. B) Unopposed sympathetic nervous stimulation results in systemic pallor and diaphoresis. C) Can present with neck and/or back pain. D) Neurogenic shock may require IV fluid resuscitation.

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The external jugular veins run ____________ and are located ____________ to the cricothyroid membrane.

A) vertically, lateral B) vertically, medial C) horizontally, lateral D) horizontally, medial

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The Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) Program detects approximately three-fourths of the fraud and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid programs.

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

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The cellular structure that is responsible for synthesizing proteins is the:

A) mitochondria. B) ribosomes. C) nucleus. D) sodium pump.

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