1. Discuss the three R's of nutrition. Explain how PDIs fit into the three R's of nutrition.
2. Describe the significance of carbohydrates, fats & proteins on health & performance? what are general recommendations for each macronutrient intake? how does body type,health status and performance goals influence these recommendations?
3. Explain the difference between micro nutrients and macro nutrients. what role do micronutrient play in maintaining and optimizing health and performance? what are common micronutrient deficiencies seen athletes?
4. Describe the path of food through the digestive system and explain each organs role in the digestive process. what are some factors that influence digestion?
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Sally, a 60 yr-old female has been diagnosed with an autoimmune thyroid disorder called Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Sally showed up in the clinic for her Hashimoto’s today. She is currently taking no medications.
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Topic: synaptic plasticity, mechanisms, and the relationship between synaptic plasticity and learning/memory as well. ( write a review on it more than 800 words) Please answer the question only if you can observe the minimum limit of 800 words and if it is possible please type the answer. Thank you.
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Q1. a) Compare the properties of EPSPs and action potentials, identify where in a neuron these are
b) Describe the sequence of events by which action potentials stimulate the release of neurotransmitters from presynaptic axons.
c) Explain how postsynaptic inhibition is produced and how IPSPs and EPSPs can interact.
d) Describe the mechanism of presynaptic inhibition and how it is produced.
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Topic: brief review to state the neuro and humoral regulation mechanism of blood pressure ( write a review on it more than 800 words) Please answer the question only if you can observe the minimum limit of 800 words and if it is possible please type the answer. Thank you.
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Discuss the physiology of the nephrons (kidneys) and include one usual abnormal finding
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1. Which of the following is a functional classification of an articulation that is freely moving?
synarthrosis |
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diarthrosis |
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amphiarthrosis |
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synchondrosis |
2. Which of the following is a structural classification of an articulation that has the greatest range of motion of any articulation class?
synarthrosis |
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cartilaginous |
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synovial |
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fibrous |
3. Where in the human body would you find a suture joint?
vertebrae |
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knee |
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elbow |
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skull |
4. What is the difference between a symphysis and a synchondrosis?
the type of cartilage that is found in the articulation |
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the amount of collagen fiber that holds the articulation together |
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a symphysis is a synovial joint while a synchondrosis is not |
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a symphysis is found between vertebrae while a synchondrosis is found in the jaw |
5. What type of cartilage makes up the articular cartilage found in a synovial joint?
hyaline cartilage |
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fibrocartilage |
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elastic cartilage |
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all of the above can function as articular cartilage |
6. What part of the synovial joint produces the synovial fluid?
the articular cartilage |
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cells of the synovial membrane |
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the fibrous layer of the joint capsule |
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the bones of the articulation |
7. Ligaments and tendons are made of which tissue type?
dense regular collagenous connective tissue proper |
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dense regular elastic connective tissue proper |
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dense irregular connective tissue proper |
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loose connective tissue proper |
8. What is the name for a sac of tissue filled with synovial fluid generally found in high-stress regions?
bursa |
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tendon |
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synovial membrane |
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suture |
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Discuss the production of ATP and its use in the body
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What is the function of unmyelinated neurons? (hint :pain)
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How is pain detected and transmitted to the brain? How does the nervous system respond to relieve pain? Why do certain drugs provide pain relief? write 400-500 words
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Before heading to the Tour de France a cyclist had a muscle biopsy in his leg. The tests revealed that the dominant muscle fibers were low in myosin ATPase activity and anaerobic enzymes, high in capillary density and myoglobin content. For this athlete to maintain force production, what direct change (in the cytosol) in ion concentration must occur?
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Pancreatic hormones regulate blood glucose level in our body.
The hormones that involve in this regulation are glucagon and
insulin.
Explain the negative feedback regulation of the secretion of
glucagon and insulin.
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a. Describe the typical postural alignment of upright standing posture when observing a person from each of the three planes.
b. The plantar flexors are considered a postural control muscles during upright standing posture. Describe how this muscle group function during upright standing position.
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