The primary anatomic link between the endocrine system and the nervous system is/are the:
A) pancreas.
B) adrenal glands.
C) hypothalamus.
D) adrenal cortex.
Answer: C) hypothalamus.
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A) sets the at-rest respiratory pattern. B) prolongs inspiration. C) modifies the rate and depth of breathing. D) suppresses the expiratory center in the medulla. E) stimulates the dorsal respiratory group.
If a cell is at rest (-70 mV) and ligand-gated Na+ channels open, there will be a net movement of Na+ into the cell until
A) There are no more Na+ in the extracellular fluid. B) The Na+ channels close. C) The membrane potential reaches the equilibrium potential for Na+. D) Either B or C
Secretion of ________ would not be expected to result in a fever.
A. interleukin-6 B. interferon C. tumor necrosis factor D. interleukin-1
Which is not correct regarding the pelvis?
A. The adult pelvis is composed of 4 bones. B. The pelvis includes the sacrum. C. The pelvic girdle protects the viscera of the pelvic cavity. D. In anatomic position, the pubis is posterior and inferior to the ischium. E. There are two sacroiliac articulations.