a simple goiter is

What will be an ideal response?


an increase in the size of the thyroid

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As a result of a stomach virus, Melly has been vomiting and has not been able to keep her meals down. Her doctor discovers that waste is moving too quickly through her large intestine. Which of the following conditions does Melly have?

A) Diarrhea B) Non-functioning colon C) Constipation D) Vitamin deficiency

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The basal metabolic rate is dependent upon thyroid hormone levels

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which part of the heart does the right vagus nerve primarily innervate?

A. It supplies all myocardiocytes. B. It innervates mainly the SA node. C. It innervates mainly the AV node. D. It supplies cardiac myocytes of the left ventricle. E. It supplies the Purkinje fibers.

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Name the effectors of the ANS

A) skeletal muscle, cardiac muscle, and smooth muscle B) skeletal muscle only C) cardiac muscle, smooth muscle, glands, and adipose tissue D) cardiac muscle and smooth muscle E) glands and adipose tissue

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