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The islets of Langerhans are small clusters of cells located within the pancreas. They are composed of three major types of cells. Name these cells. What hormones do they secrete?
 
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The most common site for taking an adult's pulse in the doctor's office is the ________ artery.
 
  A) carotid
  B) femoral
  C) brachial
  D) radial



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Answer to Question 1

The islets of Langerhans are composed of alpha, beta, and delta cells.
Alpha cells secrete the hormone glucagon.
Beta cells secrete the hormone insulin.
Delta cells secrete the hormone somatostatin.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation:
A) The carotid is frequently used in emergencies.
B) The femoral artery may be used with a leg injury.
C) The brachial artery is used to take blood pressure.
D) Correct. This is used in the doctor's office to take a pulse.




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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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