Which of the following is not attributable to the immune defense system?
a. defends against pathogenic microorganisms.
b. converts foreign chemicals into compounds that can be more readily eliminated in the urine.
c. removes worn-out cells and tissue debris.
d. identifies and destroys abnormal or mutant cells.
e. can inappropriately induce allergic responses and autoimmune disease.
B
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a. A bands b. H bands c. I bands d. sarcoplasmic reticulum e. Z lines
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a. Altered mental status b. Bradycardia c. High fever d. Increased urine production
The pressure in the pleural cavity is _______.
A. greater than the pressure in the alveoli B. less than the pressure in the alveoli and less than atmospheric pressure C. less than the pressure in the alveoli D. less than atmospheric pressure E. greater than the pressure in the alveoli and less than atmospheric pressure
The ability of the components of the integumentary system to respond to stress or trauma is independent of nervous or endocrine system control.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)