Mitchell has an infection that caused his epiglottis to function improperly. Based on this information, you would expect Mitchell to ________ while he has this illness.
A. gain weight
B. digest proteins more efficiently
C. choke often
D. absorb vitamins more rapidly
Answer: C
You might also like to view...
One benefit of exercising during pregnancy is shorter labor
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Of the modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease, which are major causes of high blood pressure?
a. Obesity and smoking b. Smoking and elevated lipids c. Obesity and stress d. Smoking and alcohol consumption
Ryan takes ibuprofen to decrease the pain and swelling in his knee due to an injury in a basketball game. What is the action of the ibuprofen in decreasing the swelling?
a. Assists with the activities of antibodies b. Reduces the effects of histamine c. Blocks the synthesis of eicosanoids d. Regulates immune cell activity
The amount of salivary amylase produced by individuals _____
a. is the same for everyone b. varies based on level of hunger c. varies based on genetic traits d. decreases with age e. increases with age