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True or False: The Unit tests are in the “Quizzes” tab in D2L. They will be visible during the testing window when they are available. 

Notation is very important in the medical field to avoid confusion.  Below are common notation rules: Always capitalize the L in metric volumes mL is correct ml is incorrect Always leave a space between the number and unit 5 mL is correct 5mL is incorrect Always have a leading zero for numbers less than one and greater than zero, to help avoid medication errors 0.35 is correct .35 is incorrect Always drop trailing zeroes with decimals 0.45 is correct 0.450 is incorrect Choose the options that are correctly written:

Use the graph to analysis the following questions about a medicine that contains acetaminophen. The vertical axis represents the concentration of acetaminophen in the body, measured in micrograms per milliliter of blood. 1. Which form acts more quickly (tablet/liquid)? 2. At what time is the amount of medication in the blood approximately 3 micrograms per mL? (include units: hours) 3. Using the graph, explain why a second dose of medicine is recommended after 4 – 6 hours. (Be as specific as possible.) 4. At the arrow, what is the approximate amount of medication in the bloodstream when taking tablets? (include units: mcg/mL) 5. Do both forms reach their maximum level before 1 hour (yes/no)?

From the list below, give ONE example of a gland with the following method of secretion:

Tabulate any THREE anatomical differences between arteries and veins.      Arteries Veins [BLANK-1] [BLANK-2] [BLANK-3] [BLANK-4] [BLANK-5] [BLANK-6]   

List the THREE layers of pericardium from superficial to deep. BE SPECIFIC. [BLANK-1] [BLANK-2] [BLANK-3]

What are the TWO posterior branches of the external carotid artery? [BLANK-1] [BLANK-2]

Which TWO of the ligaments below are derived from the first pharyngeal arch?    

From the list below, match the function of the muscles to their corresponding compartments in the upper limb.

Which TWO veins unite to form the external jugular vein? BE SPECIFIC. [BLANK-1] [BLANK-2] [BLANK-3]