First Assistant Study Guide (2022/2023) Rated A

First Assistant Study Guide (2022/2023) Rated A Lymph channels run parallel to which structures? A. Nerves B. Veins C. Arteries D. Ligaments B. Veins Body temperature is regulated by the: A. Pons B. Cerebellum C. Midbrain D. Hypothalamus D. Hypothalamus Which two electrolytes are essential for normal cardiac contractions? A. Phosphate and chloride B. Magnesium and sodium C. Bicarbonate and sulfate D. Potassium and calcium D. Potassium and calcium Water constitutes what average normal percentage of total body weight? A. 20% to 40% B. 50% to 70% C. 70% to 85% D. 15% to 25% B. 50% to 70% The thyroid gland consists of right and left lobes joined by the: A. Larynx B. Isthmus C. Parathyroid gland D. Cricoid cartilage B. Isthmus Langer lines generally lie perpendicular to the direction of: A. Skin folds B. Underlying muscle tension C. A midline incision D. Movement of the bone joints B. Underlying muscle tension The arterial supply to the intestinal tract, with the exception of the stomach, duodenum, and distal rectum, is derived from the: A. Superior and inferior mesenteric arteries B. Cystic artery C. Gastroduodenal artery D. Hepatic artery A. Superior and inferior mesenteric arteries Excessive secretion of growth hormones in adults causes: A. Splenomegaly B. Acromegaly C. Cardiomegaly D. Hepatomegaly B. Acromegaly The inner lining of the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract is composed of: A. Smooth muscle B. Areolar connective tissue