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Mr.  Silva is 67 years old and he is right handed.  He developed a brain tumor which resulted in aphasia (loss of ability to speak).  In which area is the tumor probably located?

In the following figure of the integumentary system, the arrow represents ________ and is __________.

Lisa complained of dry mouth, loss of taste and impaired swallowing.   Which of the following nerves could be affected?

The shown movements are:

Following a recent stroke Mr.  Hill started to experience unsteady gait, has difficulty balancing his body and has some loss of coordinated movements.  Which area of the brain was most likely affected by the stroke?

The carpal region is _____ to the brachial region.

Medical examiners at a crime scene investigation have found some bone remains.  They are trying to determine the age of the person to whom the bones belong.  Which of the following criteria is the most important?

In the skin, which of the following is responsible for pressure sensation?

Which of the following bonds exist between water molecules, giving water cohesive properties?

A patient is receiving a beta–blocker medication to treat hypertension.  The medication will decrease the patient’s heart rate and lower his blood pressure.  The effect of this medication is ___________ stimulation of the ___________ nervous system