Name several age-related factors that affect the respiratory system
What will be an ideal response?
Aging results in deterioration of elastic tissue, arthritic changes that stiffen rib articulations, decreased flexibility at costal cartilages, decreased vital capacity, and some degree of emphysema.
Anatomy & Physiology
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Reabsorbed water and solutes enter into the
A) afferent arteriole. B) efferent arteriole. C) peritubular fluid. D) tubular fluid. E) glomerulus.
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Which of the following is NOT considered a lymphatic structure?
A) tonsils B) spleen C) pancreas D) Peyer's patches of the intestine
Anatomy & Physiology
List and briefly discuss innate body defenses to disease.
What will be an ideal response?
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Parasympathetic stimulation slows the rate of depolarization of the SA node and thus decreases the heart rate
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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