The gingival epithelium is ________ and relies upon the underlying lamina propria for its nutrients

A patient presents with inflated self-esteem, decreased need for sleep, and racing and delusional thoughts. This patient MOST likely suffers from:

A) conversion disorder. B) schizophrenia. C) bipolar disorder. D) depression.

What term is described as “pulmonary perfusion in excess of alveolar ventilation”?

A. wasted ventilation B. anatomic shunt C. relative shunt D. dead space