Compression of which vessel could cause unconsciousness?

A. Carotid artery
B. Jugular vein
C. Subclavian artery
D. Vertebral vein


Ans: A. Carotid artery

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As the aorta extends posteriorly beyond the diaphragm, it is called the ________

A) aortic arch B) thoracic aorta C) abdominal aorta

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A ________ has the following pattern of circulation: capillaries -> veins -> capillaries -> veins.

A. sinusoid B. glomerulus C. portal system D. lobule

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Which of the following is a proprioceptor?

A) Meissner's corpuscles B) muscle spindle C) Merkel discs D) lamellar corpuscles

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