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Exams 1-8

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show True or False - A word cannot end with a combining form (word root + vowel).  
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show True or False - The definition of a medical word usually begins with defining the prefix first, the suffix second and the word root last.  
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False   show
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show True or False - Hyper-, hypo-, and poly- are all prefixes that indicate measurement.  
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False   show
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show True or False - The suffix -cide means to kill or to destroy.  
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show thoraces  
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show bacteria  
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show ganglia  
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show apices  
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show A name for a disease, organ, procedure, or body function that is derived from the name of a person.  
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Tetra   show
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show near,beside,beyond  
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show slow  
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peri   show
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half   show
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show tachy  
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show ecto  
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show an  
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show hydrocephalus  
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show narcolepsy  
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–ptosis   show
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show suturing  
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show record  
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show process of viewing  
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suffix that means:toward, increase   show
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suffix that means:decrease in, deficiency   show
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show -emia  
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show -algesia  
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show the end of the word root.  
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If a suffix begins with a consonant the root will need   show
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Which prefixes indicate the color red?   show
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Each of the following suffixes indicate "pertaining to"   show
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The prefix -pan means:   show
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show combining form + word root + suffix  
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3 suffixes that pertain to a surgical procedure   show
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show -ole  
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supra   show
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show enlargement  
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show pain  
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show resembling  
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show intentional crushing  
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-lysis   show
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-genic   show
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-gravida   show
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-rrhagia   show
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show attracted to  
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show swelling or herniation  
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-lith   show
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-desis   show
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-oma   show
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-ectomy   show
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show condition  
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show 1 frontal 2 medisagittal (divides the body into equal right and left portions)3transverse  
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Label the terms concerning the foot in the body plane diagram:   show
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show (standing, arms at sides, Palms forward, head and feet pointing forward - anatomical  
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show Muscle - Produces movement of the parts and organs of the body,Connective-Binds other body tissue and parts; may be liquid,fatty,fibrous,cartilage,or solid.Neural-Transmits impulses throughout the body.Epithelial - Covers internal/external organs of body  
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show thoracic -- contains the lungs, heart, aorta, esophagus.abdominal-- contains the liver,gallbladder,spleen,stomach, pancreas.pelvic -- contains the urinary bladder and reproductive organs  
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The body position of lying horizontally on the back, face up is   show
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A movement that allows the palms of the hands to turn upward or forward is   show
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show absence of formation  
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Incomplete or underdeveloped organ or tissue, usually the result of a decrease in the number of cells is   show
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show hyperplasia.  
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True   show
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show True or False - When tenderness exists upon Munro's point, a physician might suspect appendicitis. (true or false)  
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show True or False - The urinary bladder is located within the hypogastric region. (true or false)  
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True   show
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False   show
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show True or False - Segments of chromosomes that transmit hereditary characteristics are called genes, (true or false)  
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The following terms use the midline of the body as reference points. Write the definition for the directional term, and then give the term that means the opposite.   show
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anter/o   show
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viscer/o   show
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pelv/I   show
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inguin/o   show
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hist/o   show
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crani/o   show
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thorac/o   show
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ventr/o   show
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Label - parts of spine in diagram   show
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Label the 9 abdominal regions in diagram   show
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Circumscribed, slightly elevated lesions of the skin that are paler in the center than its surrounding edges are known as:   show
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A small thin-walled skin lesion containing clear fluid; a blister is a   show
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A small elevation of the skin filled with pus is a   show
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A small, flat discoloration of the skin that is neither raised nor depressed is a   show
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show papule  
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The word element that means fungus is   show
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show basal cell carcinoma  
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show sebum  
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A large blister is know as a   show
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show debridement  
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show fat  
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onych/o   show
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caut/o   show
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show hair  
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cutane/o   show
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white l   show
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sweat   show
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show ichthy/o ?  
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dryness   show
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show xantho  
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show furuncle  
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Cicatrix   show
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A scraping or rubbing away of skin or mucous membrane as a result of friction to the area.   show
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show Any fungal infection of the nails.  
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Stratum basale   show
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show The outermost layer of the epidermis, consisting of dead cells that have converted to keratin.  
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Pruritis   show
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show Death of tissue; usually the result of ischemia, bacterial invasion, and subsequent decaying of tissue.  
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show A condition of a bluish discoloration of the skin.  
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Hemangioma   show
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show intradermal  
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show systemic lupus erythematosus  
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I&D   show
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show subcutaneous  
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show transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation  
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EAHF   show
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show True  
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show True  
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True or False - Tinea pedis is also known as ringworm of the body.   show
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True or False - Removal of the epidermis and a portion of the dermis with sandpaper or brushes is known as dermatoplasty.   show
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True or False - A carbuncle is a circumscribed inflammation of the skin and deeper tissues that contains pus.   show
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True or False - Sebum is the substance secreted by the ceruminous gland   show
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show Epidermis,Dermis,Subcutaneous  
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show hair follicle,pore,?,sebaceous gland,nerve fiber,sudoriferous gland,?,adipose tissue  
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show unequal  
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immun/o   show
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phag/o   show
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-philia   show
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show color  
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lymphaden/o   show
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lymph/o   show
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lymphangi/o   show
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show embryonic stage of development  
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show clot  
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show bone marrow or spinal cord  
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show containing protein  
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show flesh  
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show stopping or controlling  
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-poiesis   show
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The process of transforming a liquid into a solid, especially of the blood is known as   show
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show fibrin  
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show hyperalbuminemia  
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show is a collection of blood beneath the skin in the form of pinpoint Hemorrhages appearing as red-purple skin discolorations  
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show -phoresis  
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Kaposi’s Sarcoma   show
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Any disorder of the lymph nodes or lymph vessels, characterized by localized or generalized enlargement is known as   show
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show A, B, AB, O blood types  
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show hemoglobin  
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Hct   show
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PA   show
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PTT   show
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BMT   show
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ARC   show
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show Epstein-Barr Virus  
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Give the 5 types of anemia and define   show
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show pancytopenia  
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Multiple myeloma   show
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An abnormal hematologic condition in which the number of platelets is reduced is   show
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show edema  
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show direct antiglobulin test (Coomb's test)  
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The process of a cell engulfing and destroying bacteria is   show
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This is the largest lymphatic organ in the body, located in the LUQ just below the diaphragm and behind the stomach; it filters the blood.   show
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show natural immunity  
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show immunotherapy  
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show western blot  
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Arteri/o   show
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show heart  
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show process of recording  
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show fatty  
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echo   show
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angi/o   show
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show arrhythmia  
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show dyspnea  
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show sclerotherapy  
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show congestive heart failure  
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show arteriosclerosis  
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A graphic record of the electrical action of the heart is known as an   show
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Common signs and symptoms of cardiovascular problems include each of the following   show
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Severe pain and constriction about the heart, usually radiating to the left shoulder and down the left arm   show
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show aneurysm  
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lntermittent attacks of vasoconstriction of the arterioles, followed by cyanosis and then redness before returning to normal color   show
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the formation or existence of a blood clot   show
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show Holter monitor  
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Analgesic   show
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Aneurysmectomy   show
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show enlargement of the liver  
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show decreased supply of oxygenated blood  
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bradycardia   show
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True or False-The visceral pericardium covers the surface of the heart.   show
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show False  
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show False  
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True or False-Compression of the heart caused by the accumulation of blood or other fluid within the pericardial sac, thus preventing the ventricles from adequately filling or pumping blood, is known as cardiac tamponade   show
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show De-oxygenated blood enters the right atrium from the superior and inferior vena cava.blood flows into the right ventricle through the tricuspid valve.From the right ventricle the blood passes thru the pulmonary valve into the pulmonary artery, which leads  
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show Aorta,Pulmonary valve,Aortic valve,Left atrium,Tricuspid Valve,Mitral valve,Right ventricle,Left ventricle,Pulmonary artery,Right atrium  
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show Cardio vascular disease  
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show deep vein thrombosis  
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PET   show
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show atria septum defect  
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show coronary artery bypass graft  
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PTCA   show
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show coronary artery disease  
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show congestive heart failure  
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show implantable cardioversion defibrillator  
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MI   show
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show impetigo  
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Select the disease that is characterized by the appearance of 'slapped cheeks."   show
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show croup  
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What is "strawberry tongue" characteristic of?   show
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What is an enzyme deficiency that alters lipid metabolism called?   show
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What is a highly invasive carcinoma associated with sun exposure?   show
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show differentiation  
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Select the term that best describes a lymphoid tissue neoplasm that is typically malignant   show
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show Cellular differentiation & growth rate  
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What does staging refer to?   show
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show varicella virus  
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show passive acquired immunity.  
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Characterized by a blotchy red rash, and is also called the “red measles" and is diagnosed based on the presence of Kopiik's spots in the mouth.   show
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show present at birth  
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show navel  
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Cancer treatment may include 3 types of treatment   show
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malignant melanoma   show
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show metastasis  
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show a cancer causing substance  
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show nipple like  
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show dentition  
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pertaining to a structure with a stalk   show
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show remission  
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a written plan of steps to be taken   show
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show sessile  
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lying down   show
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most common form of breast cancer   show
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malignant renal tumor   show
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show pertussis  
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fever   show
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show antineoplastic  
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increased function or complexity   show
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three-day measles   show
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show rubeola  
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show morbidity  
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True or False Head circumference is affected by intracranial volume.   show
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show True  
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show True  
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show True  
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True or False - Malignant tumors displace adjacent tissue as they increase in size.   show
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Ca-   show
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show metastasis  
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TNM-   show
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show measles, mups, rubella  
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Td   show
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show C = change in bowel or bladder habits  
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  show
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  show
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  show
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show I = indigestion  
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  show
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show N = nagging cough, sore throat  
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show Asbestosis- lung disease resulting from inhalation of asbestos particles  
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show embolism  
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Define external respiration   show
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show effusion  
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show cilia  
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The following diagram depicts the chronic pulmonary disease that is characterized by an increase beyond the normal size of air spaces distal to the terminal bronchiole, either from dilation of the alveoli or from destruction of their walls.   show
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show protection, and sound  
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Name the three parts of the pharynx   show
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Expectoration   show
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show discomfort in breathing in any but erect, sitting, or standing positions  
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bradypnea   show
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dysphonia   show
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tachypnea   show
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show temporary cessation of breathing  
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show nosebleed  
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rhinorrhea   show
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show upper respiratory infection  
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show chest x-ray  
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COPD   show
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SOB   show
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show arterial blood gases  
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Identify the pathway of air as it travels from the nose to the capillaries of the lungs   show
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The following terms are techniques used in the physical examination of the respiratory system   show
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What is the medical term for "sore throat"?   show
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show hemoptysis  
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Which structure is also known as the "voice box"?   show
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show trachea  
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A productive cough is one that   show
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The use of a needle to collect pleural fluid for laboratory analysis, or to remove excess pleural fluid or air from the pleural space is known as a(n)   show
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The term for a collection of air or gas in the pleural cavity is   show
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show nares  
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The paranasal sinuses   show
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The thin, leaf-shaped structure that covers the entrance to the larynx when swallowing is the   show
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Chronic dilatation of a bronchus or bronchi, with secondary infection that usually involves the lower portion of the lung is known as   show
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Pus in a body cavity, especially in the pleural cavity, that is usually the result of a primary infection in the lungs is known as   show
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show straight  
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show breath  
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show lung  
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Rhin/o   show
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show efers to the diaphragm  
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show lung  
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show larynx,trachea,bronchi  
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True or False - A condyle is a knuckle-like projection at the end of a bone.   show
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show False  
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True or False - The buccinator is located in the fleshy part of the cheek.   show
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show True  
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Carp/o   show
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show rib  
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show bone  
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show swayback  
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show surgical repair  
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show stiff  
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troph/o   show
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my/o   show
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Label - diagram of bone   show
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A condition in which bones that were once strong become fragile due to loss of bone density is known as   show
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A condition in which the bones become abnormally soft due to a deficiency of calcium and phosphorus in the blood is known as   show
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show bunion  
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show gout  
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The most common form of arthritis, due to wear and tear on the joints, especially the weight-bearing joints of the hips and knees, is known as   show
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show metacarpals  
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show patella  
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The muscle that covers the shoulder joint is called the   show
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show origin  
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The point of attachment of the muscle to the bone it moves is called the   show
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show closed fracture/simple  
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break through the entire thickness of the bone caused by the bone surfaces being forced against each other   show
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break in the bone, and an open wound in the skin   show
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show hairline fracture/stress  
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show pathological fracture  
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show greenstick fracture  
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show Colles’ fracture  
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show complete circular movement  
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show wasting away of tissue  
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kyphosis   show
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show curvature of spine resulting in swayback  
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show indentation in bone  
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redmarrow of the bones is responsible for hematopoiesis, which is defined as   show
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show mandible  
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the first seven pairs of ribs, that articulate with the sternum, are known as the   show
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show pseudotrophic muscular dystrophy  
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show spine  
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Label the muscle in the diagram   show
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show tibia  
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show intramuscular  
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OA   show
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RA   show
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show fracture  
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DEXA   show
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show total hip replacement  
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