AP II Rutgers Review

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What is splanchnic circulation?

Back

Splanchnic circulation refers to the arteries that serve the digestive organs and the veins that carry blood from the digestive organs to the liver.

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What is vital capacity?

Back

Vital capacity is the total amount of exchangeable air in the lungs.

Front

What stimulates the release of bile into the duodenum?

Back

Secretin stimulates the release of bile into the duodenum.

Front

What is the main fluid compartment outside the cells?

Back

The main fluid compartment outside the cells is the extracellular fluid.

Front

What are bronchioles?

Back

Bronchioles are the passages that enable air to pass into the alveoli.

Front

What is the function of bile?

Back

Bile aids in the digestion of fats and is produced by the liver.

Front

What is the role of cholecystokinin?

Back

Cholecystokinin stimulates the production of bile.

Front

Define tidal volume.

Back

Tidal volume is the amount of air inhaled or exhaled during normal breathing.

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What is dead space volume?

Back

Dead space volume refers to the portion of the respiratory system where gas exchange does not occur.

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What is expiratory reserve volume?

Back

Expiratory reserve volume is the amount of air that can be forcibly exhaled after a normal exhalation.