« previous next »

Author Question: Which structure is a double-layered membrane that secretes a slippery, watery fluid around the ... (Read 67 times)

123654777

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 585
on: Jun 27, 2018
Which structure is a double-layered membrane that secretes a slippery, watery fluid around the heart?
 
  A) pericardium
  B) mediastinum
  C) endocardium
  D) myocardium

Question 2

Which procedure uses x-rays to create multiple images as slices through the kidney?
 
  A) nephrotomography
  B) renal angiography
  C) 24-hour creatinine clearance
  D) cystometry


brittanywood

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 355
Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: A) Correct The pericardium is a double-layered membrane around the heart.
B) The mediastinum is a central area in the thoracic cavity that holds the heart.
C) The endocardium is the inner lining of the heart.
D) The myocardium is the muscular layer of the heart.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct The combining form tom/o- means cut; layer; slice.
B) Renal angiography does not create multiple images as slices.
C) This is a urine collection, not an x-ray.
D) Cystometry does not use x-rays.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

For pediatric patients, intravenous fluids are the most commonly cited products involved in medication errors that are reported to the USP.

Did you know?

When intravenous medications are involved in adverse drug events, their harmful effects may occur more rapidly, and be more severe than errors with oral medications. This is due to the direct administration into the bloodstream.

Did you know?

Women are two-thirds more likely than men to develop irritable bowel syndrome. This may be attributable to hormonal changes related to their menstrual cycles.

Did you know?

The effects of organophosphate poisoning are referred to by using the abbreviations “SLUD” or “SLUDGE,” It stands for: salivation, lacrimation, urination, defecation, GI upset, and emesis.

Did you know?

Liver spots have nothing whatsoever to do with the liver. They are a type of freckles commonly seen in older adults who have been out in the sun without sufficient sunscreen.

Structure of phospholipids Structure of phospholipids
Lichen structure Lichen structure
Part A - Structure of the sarcomere Part A - Structure of the sarcomere
Amino Acid Structure Amino Acid Structure
Relative Size of the Body’s Fluid Compartments Relative Size of the Body’s Fluid Compartments
The structure of a nephron. The structure of a nephron.
Video: Oxygen transport: association and dissociation & Factors that affect hemoglobin's saturation with O2

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library