Describe the anatomy and physiology of swallowing. Specifically, explain the three phases of swallowing, and how they are controlled
What will be an ideal response?
The cerebrum and skeletal muscles govern the voluntary phase, which is followed by the involuntary pharyngeal phase (coordination of palate and pharynxy governed by medulla), and the involuntary esophageal phase (peristalsis and sphincter coordination).
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Which is a TRUE statement about events occurring in the menstrual cycle?
A. The corpus luteum normally degenerates on day 14 of the cycle. B. Ovulation occurs exactly in the middle of the follicular phase of the cycle. C. FSH reaches its highest concentration 3 days before menstruation begins. D. Progesterone is low during the first half of the cycle, and rises to a peak during the second half. E. Each peak in estrogen concentration is accompanied by an even greater peak in progesterone concentration.
Describe a ketogenic diet. What are the pros and cons of such a diet? How is ketosis related to diabetes mellitus?
What will be an ideal response?
Synthesis of plasma proteins is a major function of the
A) gallbladder. B) duodenum. C) pancreas. D) stomach. E) liver.
Which of the following is retroperitoneal?
a) pancreas b) stomach c) small intestine d) liver