Which of the Following Statements Is an Example of the Body's

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is an example of the body's ability to maintain homeostasis?

• A) Michael has been sick with the flu and he has a fever.
• B) Bill must be sure to take his blood pressure medication in order to control his chronic hypertension.
• C) Mary had a physical and was pleased to hear that her blood pressure was with in the normal range.
• D) Connie has diabetes and must take insulin injections to control her high blood glucose levels.

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Definitions:

Ions

Atoms or molecules that have gained or lost one or more electrons, thus acquiring an electrical charge.

Action Potential

The release of the neural impulse, consisting of a reversal of the electrical charge within the axon.

Resting Potential

The state of the neuron when not firing a neural impulse.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances that transmit nerve impulses across a synapse from one neuron to another.