Anatomy and Physiology Quiz 1

1. A pacemaker is a small electrical device inserted into the chest, which sends a repetitive signal to the sinoatrial node. Why would this be necessary?

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2. Which of these statements about the vagus nerve is true?

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3. Why is an enlarged prostate gland a sign of poor health?

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4. What is the role of the pancreas within the endocrine system?

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5. Correctly identify the zone of the adrenal cortex that releases cortisol:

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6. Match the correct symptom with a deficiency in ACTH, per the article:

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7. If you are working around patients with tuberculosis, why is it important that you get vaccinated for the disease?

 

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