A _____ muscle at the juncture of the esophagus and stomach prevents regurgitation while digestion continues
Fill in the blank with the right word.
Answer: sphincter
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A) Enhanced respiratory rate/depth B) Cravings for high-carbohydrate foods C) Increased alertness and focus D) Increased glucose utilization E) Increased GI peristalsis
Kristian has generalized epilepsy that is not as well-controlled in his opinion. He wonders if he should be switched to a second-generation anticonvulsant. How are second-generation anticonvulsants typically used in the management of epilepsy?
A) as adjuvants B) in emergency treatment of status epilepticus C) for febrile seizures D) as alternatives to first-generation anticonvulsants
Explain the tend-and-befriend response to stressful events.
What will be an ideal response?
Two terms that have opposite meanings are
A. tumor and swelling B. cancerous and malignant C. malignant and metastatic D. benign and cancerous E. tumor and neoplasm