Author Question: What is the function of epithelial membranes? a. Secretes mucus, lines ends of bones, and lines ... (Read 74 times)

bobbysung · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

What is the function of epithelial membranes?

a. Secretes mucus, lines ends of bones, and lines bursae
b. Lines ends of bones, secretes synovial fluid, and lines internal surfaces of organs
c. Covers the wall of lower digestive tract, secretes mucus, and lines lungs, peritoneum, and pericardium
d. Lines lungs, peritoneum, and pericardium, and secretes synovial fluid

Question 2

When the nurse assesses an arm in proximal to distal order, the assessment is performed from:

a. the shoulder to the fingers.
b. front to back.
c. fingers to the center of the body.
d. center of the body to the fingers.

lorealeza77 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The epithelial membrane secretes mucus, lines the lungs, peritoneum, and pericardium, and covers the wall of the lower digestive tract. The synovial membrane secretes synovial fluid to prevent friction between joints and the ends of bones, and lines the bursae found between moving body parts.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Proximal is nearest the origin of the structure. Distal is farthest from the origin of the