Regarding Developmental, or Programmed Cell Death, Which of the Following

question 71

Multiple Choice

Regarding developmental, or programmed cell death, which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) Programmed cell death triggers the inflammation of surrounding tissue.
• B) Programmed cell death reflects the activation of suicide genes within the neurons themselves.
• C) Programmed cell death is similar to the cell death that occurs as a result of trauma.
• D) Programmed cell death attracts glia.

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Definitions:

Brachiocephalic

Pertains to structures associated with both the arm and the head, or specifically, a vein or artery servicing these regions.

Blood Flow

The continuous circulation of blood in the cardiovascular system, delivering nutrients and oxygen to and removing waste from tissues.

Right Subclavian Artery

An artery that originates from the brachiocephalic trunk (on the right side) and supplies blood to the right arm, neck, and brain.

Pedal Pulses

Pulses felt over the arteries of the feet, such as the dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial arteries, indicating blood flow.