The cell membrane of the ________ cell contains large amounts of myelin, which insulates the axons and allows them to send nerve impulses quickly.

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


Schwann

The cell membrane of the Schwann cell contains large amounts of a fatty substance called myelin, which insulates the axons and allows them to send nerve impulses quickly.

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The tissue on the underside of the eyelid and the anterior, or front, portion of the eyeball is a mucous membrane called the conjunctiva.

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

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Outpatient hospital benefits are provided under

A. Medicare Part A. B. Medicare Part B. C. Medicare Part C. D. Medicare Part D.

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An open fracture is MOST accurately defined as a fracture in which:

A. a large laceration overlies the fracture. B. a bullet shatters the underlying bone. C. the overlying skin is no longer intact. D. bone ends protrude through the skin.

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Normally two swabs are obtained when collecting throat swabs because:

A. the strep screen is performed twice. B. the first one is discarded. C. you might drop one. D. they are used for different tests.

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