the anterior compartment. It originates from the lateral cord of the brachial plexus of nerves. It pierces the coracobrachialis muscle and gives off branches to the muscle‚ as well as to brachialis and biceps brachii. It terminates as the anterior cutaneous nerve of the forearm. The radial nerve‚ which is from the fifth cervical spinal nerve to the first thoracic spinal nerve‚ originates as the continuation of the posterior cord of the brachial plexus. This nerve enters the lower triangular space
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Neurofibromatosis Full description Neurofibromatosis occurs in 1 in 3‚000 to 4‚000 individuals in the United States. Although many affected people inherit the disorder‚ between 30 to 50 percent of new cases occur because of a spontaneous genetic mutation from unknown causes. Once this mutation has taken place‚ the mutant gene can be passed on to succeeding generations.  Symptoms There are many symptoms for Neurofibromatosis. These include: six or more light brown spots on the
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Exam II Study Guide Chapter 5- Integumentary System ***Functions of the Skin Protector-Barrier against bacteria‚ Melanin pigments protect against ultraviolet rays Cutaneous Sensations- Relays sensations from surroundings to central nervous system. Tactile(touch‚ pressure vibration)‚ Thermal(warmth)‚ and pain Thermoregulation-Helps maintain a constant body temperature) this is done by sweating and adjusting the diameter of blood vessels and flow of blood. Storage and Absorption-Storage
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INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM FUNCTIONS 1. Covering and protection 2. Secretion (cutaneous gland) 3. Excretion of metabolic wastes (cutaneous gland) 4. Sensation (presence of nerve endings and tacticle) 5. Respiration – in frog 6. Absorption – in frog 7. Regulation of body temperature HOMOIOTHERMOUS ANIMALS- warm blooded animals or those with regulated body temperature because of their heat-conserving body. POIKILOTHERMOUS ANIMALS - cold blooded animals whose body temperature closely follows
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Title: Natural Bug and Mosquito Repellent Body Spray I. Introduction A. Problem of the Study This study was conducted to answer the following problems: Will mixing the Natural essential oils can introduce new form of natural bug and mosquito repellent body spray? B. Importance of Study Female mosquitoes bite to obtain the protein from blood that they use to nourish their eggs‚ according to the Department of Health. Body odors and
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The intent of this literature review is to assess the best practices surrounding skin disinfection before administering an injection. This review will look at the different views on this issue and the changes in practice over time. It will also evaluate the quality of the evidence and examine arguments for and against the use of skin disinfection prior to an injection. Numerous studies have been undertaken to debate the need to disinfect a patient’s skin before an injection and several of these
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Bromelain According to Alternative Medicine Review (2010)‚ bromelain is a general name for the family of sulfhydryl-containing proteolytic enzymes obtained from the pineapple plant (Ananas comosus). Aside from the primary component of bromelain which is the sulfhydryl proteolytic enzyme‚ it also contains of different elements that makes it of more beneficial. One of the components includes escharase which is a non-proteolytic substance in bromelain that is essential in the action of topical bromelain
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Chapter 4: The Tissue Level of Organization Checkpoint Questions 1. Define histology: Histology is the study of tissues 2. List the four basic types of tissues in the body: a. Epithelial tissue b. Connective tissue c. Muscle tissue d. Neural tissue 3. List five important characteristics of epithelial tissue: a. The cells are bound closely together b. A free surface exposed to the environment or internal chamber/passageway c. Attachment
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Chapter 5 The skin is composed of two distinct regions‚ the epidermis and the dermis. These two areas are firmly attached to one another along a wavy borderline. The epidermis (epi = upon) composed of epithelial cells‚ and is the outermost protective shield of the body. Epidermis - Structurally‚ the epidermis is a thick keratinued stratified squamous epithelium consisting of four distinct cell types and five distinct layers. Cells of the Epidermis - Cells populating the epidermis include: keratinocytes
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Epigenetics: A fascinating Field with profound Research‚ clinical‚ and public health implications What is epigenetics? Is the study of heritable and potentially reversible gene-expression changes that do not involve structural alterations in the DNA sequence‚ such as mutations. Is emerging as one of the most dynamic and vibrant biomedical areas . EPIGENETICS MECHANISMS Epigenetics is the study of heritable and potentially reversible gene expression changes that do not involve
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