The glucocorticoids promote normal cell metabolism and help the body to resist long-term stressors, primarily by increasing blood glucose levels
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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Which of the following statements about larger lymphatics is incorrect?
A. They have thicker walls than veins. B. They have valves. C. The tunica media has smooth muscle and elastic fibers. D. The tunica externa is relatively thin. E. The endothelium of the tunica interna is similar to that of veins.
What is the correct order for the phases of the uterine cycle, beginning with day 1?
A. Menstrual - proliferative - secretory B. Proliferative - menstrual - secretory C. Proliferative - secretory - menstrual D. Secretory - proliferative - menstrual E. Menstrual - secretory - proliferative
Cephalic means
A. toward the middle or midline of the body. B. away from the surface. C. closer to the head. D. closer than another structure to the point of attachment to the trunk. E. toward the back of the body.
What vessels carry oxygen-poor blood toward the lungs for gas exchange?
A. Superior and inferior vena cavas B. Aorta and coronary arteries C. Pulmonary veins D. Pulmonary arteries