Which of the following medications is used to treat minor pain?
A) anesthetic
B) analgesic
C) dopaminergic drugs
D) hypnotic
B) analgesic
An analgesic is used to treat minor pain. An anesthetic produces a loss of sensation
or a loss of consciousness. Dopaminergic drugs are used to treat Parkinson's disease. A hypnotic
promotes sleep.
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Which of the following pairs is mismatched?
A) sensory neuron—afferent neuron B) ganglion—knot-like mass of nerve cell bodies C) motor neuron—efferent neuron D) somatic nerves—serve the eyes and ears
The average adult heartbeat is:
A) 50–80. B) 60–90. C) 90–110. D) 100–125.
The period of light exercise prior to the workout is called a
A) flexibility test. B) cool-down. C) warm-up. D) set of light reps.
Which of the following statements is true regarding the functions of the skeletal system?
A. Muscles are not attached to bones; they are responsible for movement. B. The rib cage protects the intestines. C. The vertebral column protects the spinal cord. D. The bones of the ribs, wrists, and ankles hold up the body. E. Tendons support and hold bones together.