The second-messenger mechanism of hormone action operates by ________.

A) synthesizing more of the hormone than is actually needed
B) increasing the basal metabolic rate in the target organ
C) not responding to a feedback mechanism
D) binding to specific receptors and employing the services of G proteins and cAMP


D) binding to specific receptors and employing the services of G proteins and cAMP

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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An arteriovenous fistula is usually located in the:

A) peritoneal cavity. B) patient's groin area. C) distal lower extremity. D) forearm or upper arm.

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Following a traumatic brain injury, initial swelling of the brain occurs due to:

A) severe ischemia. B) acute hypertension. C) cerebral vasodilation. D) an increase in cerebral water.

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The inferior portion of the nasal septum is formed by the

A) vomer. B) mandible. C) maxilla. D) lacrimal bone. E) frontal bone.

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