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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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
____________________ is an actively reabsorbed ion that does not have a tubular maximum for reabsorption
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A 39-year-old man crashed his vehicle into a wooded area and was not found for approximately 8 hours. When you arrive at the scene and assess him, you note that he is conscious but anxious. He is unable to feel or move below his mid-thoracic area and complains of a severe headache. His blood pressure is 210/130 mm Hg, heart rate is 44 beats/min, and respirations are 22 breaths/min. This patient's clinical presentation is MOST consistent with:
A) neurogenic shock. B) intracranial pressure. C) autonomic dysreflexia. D) symptomatic bradycardia.