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Which groups are at risk for deficiencies in multiple nutrients that we’ve covered in this section? (choose all that apply)

Neuronal structure develops in three major stages that include: [1], [2] , and cell differentiation.

Which of the following is correct? Choose the best answer.  A) Red muscle fibers have large number of mitochondria and enzymes, are fast to contract, and can sustain contraction. B) Fast fatigue-resistant (FR) fibers are white fibers with moderate strength and fast contractions. C) Fast fatigable (FF) fibers are fastest, strongest white fibers, mostly exist in antigravity muscles of the leg and torso. D) None of above is correct.

Which of the following processes help balance the number of presynaptic and postsynaptic neurons? Choose the best option. A) Cell proliferation B) Cell migration C) Cell death (e.g., apoptosis) D) Cell differentiation

Which is a major/typical class of anxiolytic drug? Choose the correct option. A) NMDA receptor inhibitors B) lithium C) Benzodiazepines  D) Dopamine

LTP and LTD in CA1 of the hippocampus may reflect the bidirectional regulation of which two processes? Choose the correct option. A) Phosphorylation and the number of GABA receptors B) Phosphorylation and the number of open sodium channels C) Phosphorylation and the number of postsynaptic AMPA receptors D) Phosphorylation and the number of protein kinases  

Which of the following symptoms may occur in major depression? Choose the best option.A) Lowered mood and decreased interest or pleasure in all activitiesB) Loss of appetite (or increased appetite)C) FatigueD) All of above.

Based on the following measures, what is the most likely acid-base diagnosis? pH = 7.43    PC02 = 20 mm Hg    HC03 = 12.6 mEq/L

To minimize the risk of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends keeping the PaO2 below what level?

A patient has the following blood gas results: pH=7.34, PaCO2= 40, PaO2 = 75, Hb = 13, FIO2 = .21, HCO3 = 25, SaO2 = 93%, PECO2 = 20, VT = 200 ml, f = 32. What is the patient’s VD/VT?