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Redwolflake15

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which side of the heart is a low-pressure system that pumps venous blood to the lungs?
 
  a. Left
  b. Right

Question 2

Stimulation of alpha-adrenergic receptors results in _____.
 
  a. increased heart rate
  b. peripheral vasoconstriction
  c. constriction of bronchial smooth muscle
  d. increased force of myocardial contraction


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flexer1n1

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The job of the right side of the heart is to pump unoxygenated blood to and through the lungs to the left side of the heart. This is called the pulmonary circulation. The right side of the heart is a low-pressure system.

Answer to Question 2

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Alpha1 receptors are found in the eyes, blood vessels, bladder, and male reproductive organs. Stimulation of alpha1 receptor sites results in constriction.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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