Osteoporosis often leads to an exaggerated thoracic spinal curvature, which is called kyphosis

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


TRUE

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A newborn passes through the__________ of its mother during birth.

A. obturator foramen B. foramen magnum C. pelvic outlet D. acetabulum E. false pelvis

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Compared to somatic motor neurons, autonomic motor neurons ________.

A. control actions in multiple organ systems B. would be unaffected by a spinal cord injury C. do not innervate muscle tissue D. utilize acetylcholine to affect target organs

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When a muscle is isometrically contracted, its length ________ change.

A. does not B. does

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Your patient has a respiratory disease that has literally paralyzed the cilia. Explain why this patient would be at an increased risk for a respiratory infection

What will be an ideal response

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