Which fibers dominate many of the back and calf muscles that contract almost continually to maintain posture?

A. Fast
B. Intermediate
C. Slow


Answer: C

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A paramedic is treating a patient who has a flail chest secondary to an assault. The patient has shallow breathing because of the extreme pain of the injury. The acid-base derangement expected from this injury is:

a. Metabolic acidosis b. Metabolic alkalosis c. Respiratory acidosis d. Respiratory alkalosis

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The interstitial cells of the testes produce androgens such as testosterone

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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When comparing two individuals of the same body weight, the one with more muscle and less fat will have a higher percentage of fluid in their body.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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