The Main Function of Vitamin D Is to Promote

question 23

Multiple Choice

The main function of vitamin D is to promote

• A)secretion of calcitonin.
• B)synthesis of 7-dehydrocholesterol.
• C)synthesis of carotenoids and controls absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
• D)calcium and phosphorus absorption, and calcium mobilization from bone.
• E)conversion of calcium and phosphorous to more readily absorbable compounds.

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Definitions:

Fifth Intercostal Space

The area between the fifth and sixth ribs, often used as a reference point for certain medical procedures or examinations.

Midclavicular Line

An imaginary vertical line drawn from the midpoint of the clavicle downward, often used as a reference point in medical examinations.

Precordial Leads

Electrodes placed on the chest in specific positions during an ECG to record the heart's electrical activity from the frontal plane, providing insight into the heart's function.

Heart's Electrical Activity

The series of electrical impulses generated by the heart that trigger cardiac muscle contraction, essential for maintaining heart rhythm and function.