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sabina

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The parathyroid gland:
 
  A) influences the body's internal clock.
  B) acts on the mammary glands.
  C) helps maintain normal serum calcium levels.
  D) aids in the breakdown of glycogen.

Question 2

All of the following are common pulse points except:
 
  A) dorsalis pedis.
  B) radial.
  C) brachial.
  D) carotid.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) Melatonin from the pineal gland influences the body's internal clock.
B) Prolactin from the pituitary acts on the mammary glands.
C) Correct. Parathyroid hormone helps maintain normal serum calcium levels.
D) Glucagon from the pancreas aids in the breakdown of glycogen to glucose.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct. The dorsalis pedis can be used as a pulse point but only in special circumstances. It is not one of the most common pulse points.


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Wow, this really help

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