To do a spinal tap to sample the cerebrospinal fluid, a needle is inserted into which of the following?

A) Central canal
B) Subarachnoid space
C) Epidural space
D) Subdural space


Answer: B

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A) neurogenic shock. B) intracranial pressure. C) autonomic dysreflexia. D) symptomatic bradycardia.

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The descending colon is in the peritoneal cavity.

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

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Cytotoxic T cells can attack target cells with which of the following chemical weapons?

A) secrete strong acid B) secrete organic solvent C) secrete free radicals D) secrete a cytokine that triggers apoptosis E) secrete mutant proteins that get incorporated into the target's DNA

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____________________ is an actively reabsorbed ion that does not have a tubular maximum for reabsorption

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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