Science - monitoring of the human body

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1. State two physiological mechanisms used when the body responds to very cold external temperatures

  • Putting warm clothes on and sit by a radiator
  • Increased metabolic rate and vasoconstriction
  • Vasodilation and sweating
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2. Give two methods in which the heart can be monitored

  • 1. Counting 2. Ask patient to tell you
  • 1. ECG - Electrocardiogram 2. Ultrasound
  • 1. Listening 2. Putting finger on vein

3. Why would an MRI scanner not be used to examine a patient who has just had steel implants put in as part of his treatment?

  • 1. The metal distorts the image 2. The MRI scanner is based on magnetism
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4. What are two benefits of using X-rays?

  • Good soft tissue resolution and no damage to body tissue
  • Non invasive and no damage to body tissue
  • Invasive and damage to body tissue

5. What is the range of the normal core body temperature for an adult at rest?

  • 32.2-35.5
  • 36.5 to 37.2
  • 36.2 to 36.5

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