Although local blood flow to different organs varies from time to time (based on demand), the distribution of blood vessels in the various organs of the body is fairly similar

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.


FALSE

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Read the following passage and answer the accompanying questions. Rupture of the cruciate ligament is a common injury to the stifle joint of dogs. The cranial cruciate ligament is more commonly ruptured than the caudal ligament. Rupture of either cruciate ligament may be accompanied by rupture of the medial collateral ligament and damage to the medial meniscus. Acute lameness is the most common

sign of a cruciate ligament rupture, which will decrease in severity over time. Chronic lameness and osteoarthritis may result if the stifle joint is not stabilized via surgery. The paragraph points out that: A) rupture of the cruciate ligament is rare B) both cruciate ligaments are usually ruptured C) the medial meniscus may also be injured with cruciate ruptures D) acute lameness is seen in dogs for about 4 to 6 weeks following cruciate rupture

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Which of the following conditions in muscle fibers would contribute to muscle fatigue?

A. Inability of the motor neuron to produce sufficient quantities of acetylcholine B. The emotional state of an individual C. Blocked receptors in the postsynaptic membrane D. Depletion of neurotransmitter E. Depletion of ATP reserves

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Which of the following is produced at the end of stage II during a fibrin clot formation?

A. Prothrombinase B. Thrombinase C. Thrombin D. Fibrinogen

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A nerve

A.  contains a single axon. B.  is found only in the CNS. C.  carries only sensory information. D.  carries information only toward the PNS. E.  is a cablelike bundle of parallel axons.

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