Which of the following has both endocrine and exocrine functions?

A. Thyroid gland
B. Pancreas
C. Anterior pituitary
D. Liver


Answer: B

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A) irrigating the injured eye with sterile saline, covering both eyes with a protective eye shield, and transporting immediately. B) applying an icepack to the affected eye, administering 1 µg/kg of fentanyl IM, elevating the patient's legs, and transporting. C) covering the affected eye with a sterile dressing and protective eye shield, covering the unaffected eye, and transporting promptly. D) covering the affected eye with a moist, sterile dressing, applying gently pressure to reduce intraocular pressure, and transporting at once.

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A deficiency in dietary iodine can cause:

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The sodium chloride molecule breaks apart in water. What does "C" represent?

A. chloride ion B. dissociation C. water molecule D. sodium ion E. salt crystal

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Which muscle is an antagonist to the psoas major?

A. Biceps femoris B. Gluteus medius C. Tensor fasciae latae D. Adductor longus E. Rectus femoris

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