1963
NS
Higher 1
SCOTTISH CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION
NURSING SUBJECTS
Anatomy and Physiology
Higher Grade—(First Paper)
Friday, 3rd May—2.0 p.m. to 3.30 p.m.
Only THREE questions to be attempted.
The value attached to each question is shown in the
margin.
Marks
1. Write notes on the metabolism of protein, carbohydrate and fat. What kinds
of food should the overweight person avoid or take in reduced quantity to
improve his physical condition ? (11)
1 Where is blood formed in the body ? Describe the composition and functions
of the blood. (11)
2' Describe the structure and function of the mammary gland. What are the
advantages for a baby in being breast fed instead of artificially fed ? (11)
4' Describe the structure of bone. How do the long bones of the body grow
m kngth during childhood and adolescence ? (11)
2' Describe the mechanism of respiration. (11)
2' Write brief notes on the function of five of the following.
(fl) Lymphatic Glands.
(f*) The Pancreas.
(t) Parathyroid Gland.
(<2) Ureter.
(«) Salivary Gland.
(/) Red blood Corpuscle. (11)
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