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A pathologist was looking at a tissue sample, but his assistant forgot to label the specimen.  Help the pathologist determine what organ or duct this tissue is from.  [A] BONUS:   Determine whether the tissue is normal or abnormal.  If abnormal, identify the disease or condition. [B]

I am the part of the digestive tract where you can find the enzymes to break down all macromolecules including proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids.  I’m also important in mechanical digestion. What SPECIFIC REGION and organ/duct am I? [A] I also have a very unique mucosa to help me in my digestive functions.  What unique structures not found in other parts of the digestive system would you find in this region? [B] There are also other accessory glands which empty their contents into my lumen.  Name ONE of those accessory organs important in chemical digestion here by delivering it’s contents. [C]  

I am part of the nephron that has simple squamous epithelium, but I can only function in water reabsorption; however, I am important in the concentration of urine.  What part of the nephron am I? [A]  

You are studying for the TEAS test and you were needing to know which organ was located posterior or retroperotineal to the stomach and has both an exocrine and endocrine function.  What organ is this? [A]

Plasma includes  

What is the major difference between hemostasis stages of wound healing and FBR?

Fibroblasts require ____, to start remodeling the site of injury  

Many organizations use personality tests in hiring and employee development. Based on our class discussion, explain one advantage and one disadvantage of using personality tests in the workplace. How might these tests help organizations make better decisions, and what are potential risks or limitations? Provide an example to support your response.

When assessing a patient rescued from a home fire 3 hours ago, the therapist should focus their clinical assessment on which of the following: 1.  the airway 2.  extent and depth of the burns 3.  suspected amount of smoke inhalation 4.  carbon monoxide levels

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) often leads to the patient having pink, frothy, sputum.  CHF is caused by issues with ___________.