Adaptations Include All of the Following EXCEPT

question 44

Multiple Choice

Adaptations include all of the following EXCEPT:

• A)innate migratory behavior of young birds born in the Arctic.
• B)reduced heart rate and oxygen consumption in seals that dive deep for long periods of time.
• C)larger body size in male gorillas, which fight over females.
• D)enlarged leg muscles in horses, in response to pulling heavy wagon loads.

Illustrate the importance of thorough and detailed hand-off reports between the operating room and PACU nurses.

Identify risk factors that can increase a person's risks associated with surgery.

Understand the significance and procedure of "time-out" to ensure patient safety and correct surgical practices.

Understand the influence and consequences of authority on human behavior.

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Definitions:

Adrenal Cortex

The outer part of the adrenal gland, which produces steroid hormones such as cortisol and aldosterone.

Aldosterone

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate blood pressure by controlling sodium and potassium levels in the body.

Pineal Gland

A small endocrine gland in the brain that produces melatonin, a hormone that affects the modulation of wake/sleep patterns and photoperiodic (seasonal) functions.

Melatonin

A hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep and wakefulness.