What are the primary actions performed by the upper and lower limbs, and how do they differ from one another?
What will be an ideal response?
Both the upper and lower limbs are capable of making extension, flexion, adduction, and abduction movements, as well as lateral and medial rotation and circumduction. In addition, however, the forearm can be supinated, whereas the lower leg is in the equivalent of a permanently pronated position.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Prostaglandins can spill into the blood, but they are __________ during passage through the lungs so that they cannot exert systemic effects
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
There is normally a net gain of fluid in the capillary at the venular end
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The primary reason that extracellular fluid volume must be closely regulated is to
a. prevent changes in ICF osmolarity b. maintain adequate urine formation c. maintain proper blood pressure d. prevent cells from swelling or shrinking e. allow changes in ICF volume