Now that Dr. Jones's patient has turned 40, her doctor recommends she have an X-ray image of the breast. The medical name for this is a(n) ________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
mammogram
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Which of the following statements regarding lymphatic vessels is FALSE?
A) The smallest lymphatic vessels are called lymphatic capillaries. B) The thoracic duct drains the right arm and right side of the neck and chest. C) Lymphatic vessels have valves to ensure forward movement of lymph. D) There are only two large lymphatic ducts, the right lymphatic duct and the thoracic duct.
The combining form infarct/o-, as seen in the phrase myocardial infarction, means ________
A) "small area of dead tissue" B) "structure that encircles like a crown" C) "heart disease" D) "heart attack "
In calculating the percentage of skin that is burned using the Rule of Nines, what percent is given to the genitalia?
A. 4% B. 3% C. 2% D. 5% E. 1%
The higher the consumption of red meat, the greater the risk of ________ cancer.
A. throat B. colon C. liver D. skin