The medical term referring to a deep furrow or cleft and derived from the Latin meaning slit is a
A. polyp
B. hemorrhoid
C. stoma
D. fissure
E. fistula
Answer: D
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A) hematinic B) anticoagulant C) antihemorrhagic D) fibrinolytic
The term ____________________ describes shallow or slow respiration.?
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The genetic link that is associated with risk for cancer can be attributed to
A) a cancerous gene being passed through the family blood line. B) a defective version of a protective gene passed through the family blood line. C) similar hormonal levels evident in family members of the same sex. D) behaviors such as smoking that may affect genetic predisposition through the family blood line.
Which of the following terms is defined as a relaxation technique that involves a sensation of heaviness, warmth, and tingling in the limbs?
A. Neuromuscular relaxation B. Progressive relaxation C. Autogenic training D. Bracing