The speed of nerve impulse conduction depends solely upon the diameter of the axon.

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


False

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The resistance stage in the general adaptation syndrome (stress response) is dominated by ________

A) aldosterone B) norepinephrine C) angiotensin D) cortisol E) epinephrine

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Constriction of the ________ decreases hydrostatic pressure in ________.

A. efferent arterioles; proximal convoluted tubules B. efferent arterioles; Bowman's capsule C. efferent arterioles; glomerular capillaries D. renal vein; peritubular capillaries E. afferent arterioles; glomerular capillaries

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Breathing is involuntary

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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When assigning a Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score to a patient who has limb paralysis due to a spinal cord injury, you should:

A) score the patient as having no motor response. B) ask the patient to blink or move a facial muscle. C) exclude the motor response portion of the GCS. D) use another method for assessing neurologic function.

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