The ____ is the serous tissue that lines the thoracic cavity
a. pericardium
b. peritoneum
c. pleura
d. endothelium
c
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Which anatomical term describes the wrist region?
A. Digital B. Perineal C. Tarsal D. Olecranal E. Carpal
Which statement is true regarding the difference between resting and vigorous activity ECGs?
A) Heartbeat is slower and the QRS segment is higher after exercise. B) Heartbeat is faster and the S-T segment is shorter after exercise. C) Heartbeat is faster and the P wave is higher after exercise. D) Heartbeat is slower and the P-R segment is longer after exercise.
A person is found to have a problem clearing mucus from the lungs. What information in the person's health history could explain this problem with mucociliary clearance?
A. Smoking B. Low sodium diet C. Sedentary lifestyle D. High level of exercise
Which statement regarding sensory reception is correct?
A) The larger the receptive field, the better is one's ability to localize a stimulus. B) The CNS can tell the difference between a "true" sensation and a "false" one. C) Output from higher centers can dampen receptor sensitivity. D) The CNS interprets the nature of sensory information entirely on the basis of the area of the brain stimulated. E) In general, the stronger the stimulus, the lower the frequency of action potentials.