What does the somatic system do? (the somatic system is part of the Peripheral Nervous System)
A. It speeds up functions of the body ready for fight or flight
B. it slows down functions of the body ready for rest and digest
C. It consists of all the neurons outside of the Central Nervous System
D. It is used for actions that you control (reaching out and grabbing something) and sensing stimuli
Select your answer:
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Cardiopulmonary › ViewA patient recovering from surgery for triple coronary artery bypass grafts is scheduled to begin a phase III cardiac rehabilitation program. During the resistance portion of the circuit training program, whys should the patient be instructed to AVOID the Valsalva maneuver?
A. To avoid elevating the heart rate and blood pressure
B. To avoid accumulation of peripheral fluid and resulting edema
C. Because it may produce slowing of pulse and increased venous pressure
D. Because a cholinergic or vagal response may occur
Endocrine System › View
Hypothyroidism is caused by _____________ thyroxine secretion, whereas hyperthyroidism is caused by ___________ thyroxine secretion.
A. adequate, excessive
B. inadequate, excessive
C. adequate, insufficient
D. inadequate, insufficient