Physiology learning outcomes 1| 90 QUESTIONS| WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

____________ Is a state of dynamic (fluctuating) constancy in the internal environment (basically keeping a stable equilibrium) correct answer: Homeostasis ____________ Is the value for which a variable operates optimally correct answer: Setpoint List the process of the negative feedback Loop correct answer: Blood pressure falls, blood pressure receptors respond, heart rate increases, rise in blood pressure Know the negative feedback loop correct answer: Okay Explain a positive feedback loop correct answer: Stimulus causes deviation, cellular response amplifies deviation, further deviation least additional cellular response, and so on ____________ is an example of positive feedback correct answer: Childbirth What would be a stimulus during giving birth? correct answer: Pressure and stretching of the cervix During childbirth, the stretch sensitive nerve cells in the cervix send nerve impulses are known as the ____________ correct answer: Receptors During childbirth, the ____________ is where the brain interprets input and releases oxytocin correct answer: Control center During childbirth, ____________ is when muscles in wall of uterus contract more forcefully correct answer: Effectors