Clinical Science Multiple Choice Questions

1.

Which of the following would be defined as nerve pain?

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B.
C.
D.

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2.

Which fiber is primarily active when bench pressing?

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B.
C.
D.

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3.

Which spinal level are the nerve roots indicated by the blue region in the image?

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B.
C.
D.

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4.

What is the most common cause of carpal tunnel syndrome?

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B.
C.
D.

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5.

The hydrotherapy application in which you would use a small commercial temperature controlled tub that contains melted wax is known as:

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B.
C.
D.

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6.

The specific joint between the skull and the spine that permits nodding is called the:

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B.
C.
D.

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7.

The joints of the skull are generally known as:

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B.
C.
D.

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8.

The body region of the forehead is called the:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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9.

Which of the following statements regarding sutures is not true?

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B.
C.
D.

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10.

How many carpal bones are there in the wrist?

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B.
C.
D.

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11.

The bones of the ankle are called:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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12.

Which of the following statements about the patellar is true?

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B.
C.
D.

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13.

Which of the following structures is not housed in the mediastinum?

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B.
C.
D.

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14.

Which bone is the anterior part of the coxal bone?

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B.
C.
D.

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15.

The thoracic and abdominal cavities are separated by:

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B.
C.
D.

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16.

The sensory receptors that respond to chemicals are called:

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B.
C.
D.

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17.

Which of the following populations is lymphadenopathy common?

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B.
C.
D.

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18.

The sensory receptors that respond to light are called:

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B.
C.
D.

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19.

Which of the following proteins in blood plasma has an immune function?

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B.
C.
D.

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20.

Which of the following structural adaptations is not seen in lymphatic capillaries?

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B.
C.
D.

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21.

During the remodelling phase of the inflammatory response, collagen is synthesized, degraded and dramatically reorganized.  This process is known as:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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22.

Which body cavity houses the lungs?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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23.

Which of the following statements regarding proteins is true?

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B.
C.
D.

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24.

Which of the following statements regarding the hypothalamic-pituitary axis is false?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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25.

Gastrin is a G1 tract hormone secreted by:

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B.
C.
D.

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26.

The abdomen can be separated into four quadrants.  Which of the following is within the left lower quadrant (LLQ)?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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27.

Which of the following statements describes rheumatoid arthritis?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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28.

Functional excursion refers to:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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29.

Which one of the following statements describes adhesive capsulitis?

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B.
C.
D.

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30.

Patellar tendinitis can cause inflammation of this bursa:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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31.

What acronym is used for the signs of inflammation?

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B.
C.
D.

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32.

The body region of the back of the knee is called the ________ region.

A.
B.
C.
D.

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33.

A movement of the limbs away from the midline is called:

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B.
C.
D.

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34.

Which of the following major body cavity consists of a thoracic and an abdominopelvic portion?

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B.
C.
D.

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35.

Which of the following is a characteristic of somatic hormones?

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B.
C.
D.

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36.

Which of the following heart conditions is characterized by four congenital defects?

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B.
C.
D.

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37.

The absorption of iron through the small intestines takes place by way of:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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38.

Which of the following minerals is required for normal growth, wound healing and taste/smell perception?

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B.
C.
D.

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39.

Which of the following is a regulatory function of blood?

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B.
C.
D.

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40.

Which of the following statements about the vagus nerve is true?

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B.
C.
D.

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41.

The trigone is located in this structure:

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B.
C.
D.

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42.

Smooth, cardiac, and skeletal are all specialized types of which of the following four types of tissues?

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B.
C.
D.

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43.

Which of the following statements describes ulnar nerve lesion?

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B.
C.
D.

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44.

What is the name of the thigh bone?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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45.

Which of the following facial muscles is responsible for closing the eyes?

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B.
C.
D.

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46.

Which of the following tissues forms an extensive part of the integumentary system?

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B.
C.
D.

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47.

The muscles of the thigh are _________ to the femur.

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B.
C.
D.

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48.

Which bone is the largest component of the coxal bone?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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49.

Which of the following statements is false regarding the parietal bones?

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B.
C.
D.

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50.

The smooth muscle of the muscular layer can be further subdivided into:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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51.

In regards to the striated muscle sarcomere that contains thin filaments, in the middle of each I band there is a dark disc called:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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52.

Which of the following states characterizes the resting membrane?

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B.
C.
D.

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53.

Which of the following structures in the kidney extends from the Bowman's capsule and carries filtrate to the collecting ducts?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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54.

Which of the following structures forms a fibrous connective tissue underlying the skull?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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55.

What number in the image points to the occipital lobe of the brain?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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56.

What is the name of the cavity that houses the spinal cord?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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57.

Which of the following structures forms part of the extrinsic control of digestive organs?

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B.
C.
D.

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58.

The central nervous system (CNS) consists of the brain and ___________.

A.
B.
C.
D.

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59.

Which of the following body systems forms its structural framework?

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B.
C.
D.

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60.

What of the following is not true about the sphenoid bone?

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B.
C.
D.

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61.

The pelvic cavity houses which of the following?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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62.

Late muscle spasm end feel is usually caused by:

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B.
C.
D.

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63.

Backward rotation of the ilium on the sacrum is called:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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64.

Loss of sensation both on posterior and anterior surface of the hand at the medial 1 1/2 digits usually indicates lesion of:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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65.

Ulnar deviation and thumb abduction are the actions of which myotome?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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66.

Where would a Baker’s cyst be located?

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B.
C.
D.

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67.

What is it called when the annulus fibrosis is perforated and disk material moves into the epidural space?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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68.

The carrying angle is formed by:

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B.
C.
D.

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69.

The angle between the quadriceps muscles and the patellar tendon is called:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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70.

Which of the following ligaments is responsible for preventing hyperextension of the knee joint?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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71.

How many layers of serous membrane line the ventral cavity?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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72.

Which of the following bones are not part of the foot?

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B.
C.
D.

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73.

What is the name of the cavity that houses the brain?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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74.

How many fused sacral vertebrae are there in the sacrum?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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75.

How many bones are there in the skull?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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76.

The body region of the upper arm is called the _________ region

A.
B.
C.
D.

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77.

Which of the following is true of the muscle spindle cell?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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78.

This structure warms, moistens and filters inhaled air:

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B.
C.
D.

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79. Which of the following factors is dependent on for the absorption of substances through the skin?
A.
B.
C.
D.

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80.

_________ is a very thin membrane that covers many of the bones in the body. It serves as protection as well as a channel for the blood supply and nutrients for bone tissue.

A.
B.
C.
D.

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81.

Blood vessels, nerves, glands and hair follicles are embedded in this layer:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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82.

Which type of connective tissue surrounds the fascicle?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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83.

Which artery is one of the branches of the internal thoracic artery?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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84.

Which nerve is the only nerve that passes through the carpal tunnel?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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85.

What muscle is the chief medial rotator of the glenohumeral joint?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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86.

Which of these is the largest artery in the human body?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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87.

Which of these is caused when blood pressure is higher than normal?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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88.

Which of the following hormones stimulates testosterone production?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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89.

Which of the following ions raises the acid level of the blood when in excess?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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90.

The structure that closes off the larynx is the:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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91.

Which of the following hormones is secreted by the embryo/fetus to maintain pregnancy?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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92.

The upper respiratory tract consists of all of the following, except:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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93.

What are the tiny air sacs at the ends of the bronchioles and are responsible for oxygen diffusion?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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94.

From what source do cells get their food?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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95.

Which of the following is not a requirement for the process of homeostasis?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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96.

Which of the following acts as a coordinator between the nervous and the endocrine systems?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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97.

Damage to the cerebellum would result in which of the following?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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98.

Which structure is not a part of the superior mediastinum?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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99.

The strong, slightly movable joints united by fibrocartilage, are commonly represented by:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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100.

With the articular disc of the radiocarpal joint, radius bears:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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101.

Groups of muscles supplied by a single nerve root are called:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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102.

This is an example of soft tissue approximation end feel:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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103.

What parenchymal organ is an important place to reserve blood storage?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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104.

Which organelle breaks down the nutrients and produces ATP?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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105.

Mechanical effects occur because:

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B.
C.
D.

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106.

Nerve trunks and centers are sometimes chosen as sites for the application of:

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B.
C.
D.

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107.

Which of the following are contraindicated for tapotement?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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108.

What is the function of the limbic system?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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109.

A person with severe Vitamin A deficiency will develop:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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110.

Which of the following is true of tactile sensations?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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111.

Which of the following statements describes converging neuronal circuits?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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112.

Why is blood that flows from the lungs to the heart bright red rather than dark red?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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113.

Where is the location of the heart?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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114.

How many muscle layers are on the sole of the foot?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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115.

What part of the body is affected by peritonitis?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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116.

This muscle pain usually is experienced 12 - 24 hours after vigorous and unaccustomed resistance training:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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117.

Which mineral is required in amount of 0.8- 1.2 grams per day?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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118.

What is the common manifestation of the vitamin B1 deficiency?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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119.

What are the common, weak, over the counter antacids general made from?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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120.

This artery arises at the level of the talus and supplies the adjoining muscles, lateral side of the foot.

A.
B.
C.
D.

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121.

What is a natural opening in a bone through which nerves, blood vessels and ligaments pass?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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122.

Sensory distribution of each nerve root is called:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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123.

The effects of massage are physiological and psychological in nature.  What would be considered a psychological effect?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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124.

Which kidney hormone controls blood pressure?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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125.

The main supporting ligament of the atlantoaxial joint is:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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126.

Which organ(s) are both gonads and endocrine glands?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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127.

What type of the joints is the median atlantoaxial joint?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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128.

What causes the primary curvature of the vertebral column?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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129.

Which of the following is not true of somatic sensations?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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130.

Which of the following would you not expect to occur with increased workout load?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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131.

Which phase of the menstrual cycle is also known as the proliferative phase?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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132.

The body region of the thigh is called the _________ region.

A.
B.
C.
D.

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133.

What thumb muscle is attached to the base of its distal phalanx?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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134.

Which of the following correctly describes false ribs in the human ribcage?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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135.

All of the following muscles are supplied only by the obturator nerve, except for:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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136.

Which neurocranium bones are separated by sagittal suture?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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137.

This muscle is inserted in the internal surface of mandible inferior to mandibular foramen:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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138.

Which sulcus separates by the frontal and parietal lobes?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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139.

Which structures connect cerebellum to the brainstem?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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140.

Substances that alter or destroy the normal function of the host’s cells, released from the bacterial cell during growth are called:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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141.

Which of the following below is a function of the anterior abdominal wall?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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142.

What are the side effects of taking anti-inflammatories long term?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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143. This bone of the skull forms the forehead, part of the cranium's floor and most of the roofs of the orbits:
A.
B.
C.
D.

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144.

What bone classification includes the patella?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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145.

Which of the following regarding the diaphragm is true?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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146.

This reflex of C5-C6 is checked around the elbow at the following muscle:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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147.

This is the normal end feel for elbow extension:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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148.

Which of the following is the correct term for a third degree burn caused by an external thermal agent?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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149.

This neuroinfection may be prevented only by immunization, but is always fatal if it develops:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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150.

Which of the following terms describes the awareness of movement?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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151.

Lymph nodes from the entire right side of the body below the diaphragm drains into:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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152.

Which of the following muscle cells have the greatest ability to regenerate?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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153.

Which is not a joint of the thoracic cage?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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154.

What is the leading cause of chronic kidney failure?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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155.

Which ligament controls extension of the hip joint?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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156.

What type of the joint is the 1st sternocostal joint?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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157.

What prevents backflow of venous blood in the lower limbs?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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158.

What muscle is the main flexor of the glenohumeral joint?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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159.

All those conditions represent the chest deformities, except for:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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160.

The knee joint is an example of a:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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161.

This infectious agent causes cold sores:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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162.

When tight, the piriformis may entrap which structure?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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163.

Which muscle is the main extensors of the glenohumeral joint?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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164.

Which ligament supports the popliteus muscle tendon?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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165.

An example of pathological end feel is:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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166.

Which bacteria is the common cause of the chronic inflammatory disease of the stomach?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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167.

Injecting drugs is thought to be the single most important risk factor for this type of hepatitis:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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168.

What is the most common symptom of the superior gluteal nerve lesion?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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169.

This type of infection develops more slowly and symptoms may be less severe, but disease may likely be continual or recurrent for a long period:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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170.

What muscle is the main abductor of the glenohumeral joint?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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171.

Which muscle of the posterior compartment of the leg supinates the foot?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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172.

Which muscle in the leg is used for unlocking of the knee joint when walking?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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173.

Which of the symptoms below is not produced because of high blood sugar?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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174.

This infection is caused by yeast:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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175.

Which disease is an example of vitamin D deficiency in children?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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176.

Which factor in the child or teenager’s diet does not cause hypoglycemia?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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177.

The following conditions are the most common cause of lesion of the optic nerve (CN II), except?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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178.

____________ is where the toes are brought closer to the shin.  This flexion decreases the angle between the dorsum of the foot and the leg.

A.
B.
C.
D.

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179.

Hepatocytes do not:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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180.

Which of the following is not a common attribute of all hormones?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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181.

An excess of potassium in the blood (hyperkalemia) is a result of which improperly functioning organ?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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182.

Which of the following is an effect of growth hormone on the body's metabolism?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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183.

Which of the following features is common to both skeletal and smooth muscles?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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184.

Which of the following substances is the lymphatic system not specifically designed to remove from the interstitial spaces?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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185.

Inflammation is the body's way of signaling the immune system to heal and repair damaged tissue, as well as defend itself against foreign invaders, such as viruses and bacteria.  The three stages of inflammation are:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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186.

The body's ability to receive information from muscles, tendons and other structures regarding their external and internal conditions is called:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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187.

An excess of potassium in the blood (hyperkalemia) is a result of which improperly functioning organ?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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188.

Which of the following substances is reabsorbed throughout the kidney tubules?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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189.

Which ligament arches across the inferior aspect of the pubic symphysis?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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190.

Water is absorbed in the colon through:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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191.

An example of a slow-twitch muscle is:

A.
B.
C.
D.

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192.

Which of the following statements describes a major difference between bacteria and viruses?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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193.

Which of the following features is unique to smooth muscles?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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194.

Which of the following types of cartilage is most commonly found covering the articular surfaces of long bones?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Question 194 of 253

195.

Which of the following components contributes to the body's first line of defense?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 195 of 253

196.

The inhibition phase of intestinal secretion causes duodenum to secrete the following hormone that stops the 'churning' of the stomach.

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B.
C.
D.

Question 196 of 253

197.

The collecting ducts are the site of which of the following kidney functions?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 197 of 253

198.

What is true about Type 2 diabetes?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 198 of 253

199.

Which fiber is primarily active when sprinting?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 199 of 253

200.

Fatigue, dehydration, and mineral imbalances can cause:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 200 of 253

201.

If you stimulate your muscles, you dilate the vessels and:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 201 of 253

202.

Which of the following statements regarding preparation of the treatment area is false?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 202 of 253

203.

This type of scar tissue that extends beyond the boundaries of the original wound, in a tumor-like growth:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 203 of 253

204.

Regarding smooth muscles, which of the following statements is true?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 204 of 253

205.

Which of the following forms the outer layer of a typical lymph node?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 205 of 253

206.

Which phase of the menstrual cycle is also known as the proliferative phase?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 206 of 253

207.

Poliomyelitis is a central nervous system condition and is defined as a(n):

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B.
C.
D.

Question 207 of 253

208.

The aponeurosis of this muscle forms the inguinal ligament:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 208 of 253

209.

What neck muscles makes up the passage of the proximal (supraclavicular) part of the brachial plexus?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 209 of 253

210.

Which of the following postural muscles is not a weak primarily phasic muscle?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 210 of 253

211.

How many muscles of the anterior compartment of the leg crosses the knee joint?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 211 of 253

212.

Which structure is protected by the thoracic cage?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 212 of 253

213.

What type of the joint is the 1st sternocostal joint?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 213 of 253

214.

Which bursa communicates with the joint cavity of the knee joint?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 214 of 253

215.

This hepatitis usually is transmitted by the fecal to oral route:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 215 of 253

216.

What component of the reflex arc accepts irritation?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 216 of 253

217.

What is the meaning of the term body memories?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 217 of 253

218. The Golgi tendon organ (GTO) lies at the origins and insertion of ______ muscle fibers into the tendons of ______ muscle.
A.
B.
C.
D.

Question 218 of 253

219.

Right-sided heart failure will likely result in the following outcome:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 219 of 253

220.

A movement rotating the leg inwards is considered to be:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 220 of 253

221.

Poliomyelitis is an acute viral infection affecting the motor neurons in the spinal cord and brainstem.  Which of the following is this describing?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 221 of 253

222.

Which of the following is a humoral trigger of endocrine gland secretion?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 222 of 253

223.

Mechanoreceptors in the Gl tract are responsible for the short stretch reflexes that are initiated as a result of:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 223 of 253

224.

Muscles remodelling usually results in alterations in all of the following, except:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 224 of 253

225.

Which of the following minerals plays a major role in energy metabolism?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 225 of 253

226.

Which disease is caused by Varicella-zoster virus?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 226 of 253

227.

Which of the following terms means 'movement away from the body's midline'?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 227 of 253

228.

Which of the following statements is an example of treatment risk?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 228 of 253

229.

What muscle is the primary antagonist in knee flexion?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 229 of 253

230.

At the beginning stages of Achilles tendonitis, the tissue surrounding the _______ gets inflamed.

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B.
C.
D.

Question 230 of 253

231.

Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling voluntary movement?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 231 of 253

232.

Which of the following terms describes a specific substance that neutralizes foreign substances?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 232 of 253

233.

Which somatic motor pathway is caring nerve impulses directly from primary motor cortex to the spinal cord?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 233 of 253

234.

Defective cell membranes are likely to initially result in which of the following dysfunctions?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 234 of 253

235.

What is the name of the nerve plexus found in the muscular layer of the Gl tract and promotes motility by operating smooth muscle and regulating secretions?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 235 of 253

236.

Which of the following characteristics is common for all types of tumors?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 236 of 253

237.

Which multiple sclerosis (MS) is fatal within a few years?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 237 of 253

238.

What stage is a bruise when it changes its color to yellow?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 238 of 253

239.

Lateral epicondylitis is also known as:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 239 of 253

240.

Which chemicals cannot be absorbed across the epithelium of the small intestine?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 240 of 253

241.

Which bending movement decreases the angle of the knee joint?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 241 of 253

242.

This is an example of bone-to-bone end feel:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 242 of 253

243.

Which muscles are flexing metatarsophalangeal and extending proximal and distal interphalangeal joints of the foot?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 243 of 253

244.

Which of the following condition is described by the stomach contents liquid leak backwards from the stomach into the esophagus?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 244 of 253

245.

What disease is commonly caused by toxic strains of streptococcus pyogenes?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 245 of 253

246.

What component of the reflex arc accepts irritation?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Question 246 of 253

247.

Which of the following nervous system infections is not caused by a virus?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 247 of 253

248.

An example of repetitive trauma syndrome is/are:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 248 of 253

249.

What regulates the body temperature and is known as the thermostat of the body?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 249 of 253

250.

This type of bursae is located between medial head of gastrocnemius and semimembranosus tendon:

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B.
C.
D.

Question 250 of 253

251.

What is not a physiological effects of aerobic training?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 251 of 253

252.

What is the common manifestation of the vitamin E deficiency?

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B.
C.
D.

Question 252 of 253

253.

This movement is produced entirely by an external force.

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B.
C.
D.

Question 253 of 253