Polycythemia arises from an excess or abnormal increase in the number of white blood cells
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
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If peristalsis in the esophagus is insufficient to carry a large bolus to the stomach,
a. a secondary peristaltic wave is initiated by the swallowing center b. a secondary peristaltic wave is initiated and, mediated by the intrinsic nerve plexuses c. the food remains in the esophagus until voluntary swallowing is initiated again d. increased esophageal secretion lubricates the bolus so that it can slide to the stomach e. food never becomes stuck because the esophagus is very distensible
Which of the following would stimulate gastric secretion?
A. acidic chyme in duodenum B. secretin C. gastrin D. cholecystokinin E. pepsin
The phospholipid tails are ________, which make the plasma membrane impermeable to water
A) water-loving B) hydrophilic C) polar D) hydrophobic
Accutane (Isotretinoin) is a prescriptive drug used for treatment of severe acne by reducing the production of sebum
However this drug tends to have significant side effects including increased intracranial pressure, depression, clinical hepatitis and acute pancreatitis. Based on what you have learned about sebum, what would be the side effects of decreased sebum production for the integumentary system? Check all that apply. What will be an ideal response?