A muscle that suddenly and violently contracts is said to have a(n):

A. ataxia.
B. atrophy.
C. spasm.
D. hernia.


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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a. to remove tissue fluid b. to wipe away any bacterial contamination c. to remove heparin or saline contamination d. to make the blood flow faster

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