What Type of Thermometer Would Be the Best Choice When

question 15

Multiple Choice

What type of thermometer would be the best choice when assessing the temperature of an older adult?

• A) Electronic thermometer, because it only takes a few seconds to assess temperature
• B) Oral thermometer, because the presence of dry mucous membranes gives a more valid temperature
• C) Axillary thermometer, because its position is nearer the heart
• D) Rectal thermometer, because it is the best indicator of the body core temperature

Describe the significance of extending the reproductive phase and its evolutionary advantages as supported by the grandmother hypothesis.

Understand the concepts of group selection and individual selection in the context of animal behavior.

Distinguish between altruism and selfish behaviors in animal societies and their impact on fitness.

Comprehend the significance of genetic relatedness in the evolution of altruistic behaviors.

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Definitions:

Autorhythmicity

The ability of certain cells, especially cardiac muscle cells, to generate a rhythmical impulse spontaneously.

Mitral Valve Prolapse

A condition in which the mitral valve of the heart does not close properly, sometimes causing blood to leak backward into the left atrium.

Left Atrium

The left atrium is the top left section of the heart, responsible for receiving blood rich in oxygen from the lungs and transferring it to the left ventricle.

Pulmonary Arteries

The pulmonary arteries are the vessels that carry deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.