Which Structures or Processes Prevent Excessive Loss of Blood Pressure

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which structures or processes prevent excessive loss of blood pressure during severe bleeding

• A)venous valves
• B)venoconstriction
• C)vasodilation
• D)arteriosclerosis
• E)arteriovenous anastomoses

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Definitions:

Greater Omentum

A large apron-like fold of visceral peritoneum that hangs down from the stomach, playing important roles in immune responses and fat storage.

Lesser Omentum

Peritoneal fold passing from the liver to the lesser curvature of the stomach and to the upper border of the duodenum for a distance of approximately 2 cm beyond the pylorus.

Digestive Tract Wall

The layers of tissue that make up the structure of the gastrointestinal tract, facilitating the process of digestion.

Lamina Propria

A layer of loose connective tissue found beneath the epithelium, part of the mucous membranes.