List the major factors that are linked to essential hypertension and note which ones are controllable by the patient
What will be an ideal response
The factors are heredity, diet, obesity, age, diabetes mellitus, stress, and smoking. All of these factors are controllable by the patient except for heredity and age.
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A rise in plasma potassium concentration __________ stimulates aldosterone secretion by the __________ cortex
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Hypocapnia will lead to which of the following conditions?
A) Hyperventilation due to alkalosis B) Hyperventilation due to acidosis C) Hypoventilation due to acidosis D) Hypoventilation due to alkalosis
The alternate route of blood flow to a body part through an anastomosis is called
a) a thoroughfare channel. b) a blood reservoir. c) a detour route. d) collateral circulation. e) microcirculation.
The amount of keratin protein produced during keratinization determines hair color
Indicate whether the statement is true or false