In the kidney, the structures that filter the blood are the
a. neurons
b. bile ducts
c. nephrons
d. ureters

Vitamin d is unique in that it has a site of synthesis that is different from the location of action, so it is considered to be a click the answer you think is right. enzyme. lipase. nonessential nutrient. hormone?

Why do rna viruses appear to have higher rates of mutation? a) rna nucleotides are more unstable than dna nucleotides.b) replication of their genomes does not involve proofreading.c) rna viruses can incorporate a variety of nonstandard bases.d) rna viruses are more sensitive to mutagens.

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?