Calcitonin lowers blood calcium levels by activating ________, which use excess blood calcium to build new bone tissue.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
osteoblasts
Calcitonin activates osteoblasts, which use calcium in the blood to build new bone tissue. This reduces the blood calcium levels and increases the bone calcium levels.
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A) obtain vital signs. B) conduct a rapid medical assessment. C) gather a SAMPLE history from the family. D) contact medical direction for advisement.
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The classifications of mail vary according to all of the following EXCEPT ________.
A. sender B. weight C. type D. destination
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