A&P 169 Final Exam Review 2019

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What is acidosis in terms of arterial blood pH?

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Acidosis is defined as a condition where the pH of arterial blood is below 7.35.

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What term describes an abnormally slow heart rate?

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The term for an abnormally slow heart rate is bradycardia.

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What are 'formed elements' in the context of blood?

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'Formed elements' refer to blood cells and platelets.

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What type of gland is a sweat gland?

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A sweat gland is an example of an exocrine gland.

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What is edema?

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Edema is the abnormal accumulation of extracellular fluid.

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What is the normal pH range of arterial blood?

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The normal pH range of arterial blood is between 7.35 and 7.45.

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What is tachycardia?

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Tachycardia refers to an abnormally fast heart rate.

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What are the main components of blood?

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The main components of blood include plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

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What is the function of exocrine glands?

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Exocrine glands secrete substances through ducts to the surface of an organ or tissue.

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What causes edema?

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Edema can be caused by various factors, including increased venous pressure, inflammation, or decreased protein levels in the blood.