If the neural connections between the pons and medulla are severed, breathing will stop.

A) True
B) False


B) False

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The hair cells of the cochlear duct are located in the

A) semicircular canal. B) utricle. C) saccule. D) organ of Corti. E) spiral ganglion.

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Name three unencapsulated sensory receptors and tell what they are used for

What will be an ideal response

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Progress notes are recorded in __________ order in the medical record

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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In quiet breathing,

A) inspiration and expiration involve muscular contractions. B) inspiration is passive and expiration involves muscular contractions. C) inspiration involves muscular contractions and expiration is passive. D) inspiration and expiration are both passive processes. E) only the diaphragm is active during inhalation.

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