The initial cause of metabolic alkalosis is excess:
a. Carbon dioxide
b. Carbon dioxide elimination
c. Hydrogen ion elimination
d. Hydrogen ions
Ans: c. Hydrogen ion elimination
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following statements correctly describe spinal reflexes. Select all that apply.
a. Spinal reflexes can interact with ascending tracts. b. Spinal reflexes are isolated entities. c. Spinal reflexes can be influenced by descending tracts.
Which of the following vertebrae lacks a body?
A) Atlas B) Thoracic C) Vertebra prominens D) Axis
Which of these events occur when a person steps on a tack with their right foot?
A) The right foot is pulled away from the tack because of the Golgi tendon reflex. B) The left leg is extended to support the body because of the stretch reflex. C) The flexor muscles of the thigh contract, and the extensor muscles relax because of reciprocal innervation. D) The extensor muscles of both thighs contract because of the crossed extensor reflex. E) all of these