Which of the following describes endocrine glands?

A) Secrete onto body surfaces
B) Secrete into body cavities
C) Ductless glands
D) Ducted glands


Answer: C) Ductless glands

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The shallow depressions between folds on the surface of the brain are called

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After inserting an endotracheal tube into a patients chest, you auscultate for respiratory sounds and hear them only in the right lung. What does this tell you about your tube placement?

A. You likely went past the carina and into the right primary bronchus. B. You likely went past the carina and into the left primary bronchus. C. You didn't pass the carina and are still above it in the trachea. D. The right lung is likely collapsed.

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What is the source of the salts that contribute to the high osmolarity of the medullary ECF?

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