Define gestation

What will be an ideal response?


Period of pregnancy.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The ridge like superior edge of the ilium is known as the _____.

A. Iliac crest B. Anterior superior iliac spine C. Anterior gluteal line D. Ischial spine

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Which of the following statements is true concerning differences between the right and left ventricles?

A) The right ventricle pumps with more force compared to the left. B) The left ventricles pumps twice as much blood as the right ventricle. C) The right ventricles pumps blood to the body, whereas the left ventricle pumps blood to the lungs. D) The right ventricle is conical-shaped while the left ventricle is half-moon shaped. E) The efficiency of the right ventricle is increased by the left ventricle because the wall of the left ventricle pushes into the right ventricle.

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What is the advantage of the small diameter of capillaries?

A) It dampens the rise in pressure during ventricular systole. B) It slows blood flow, allowing sufficient time for capillary exchange to occur. C) It absorbs the pressure changes that occur during the cardiac cycle. D) It allows the vessels to overcome the force of gravity without a need for valves. E) It prevents the backflow of blood, improving venous return.

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