An excision or removal is a(an) ________.

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


ectomy

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salpingectomy : the surgical removal of a(n) __________ tube

Fill in the missing word in the definition for the key term.

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Mike only thinks about how to get "high", and when he is coming off his "high" he begins to think about when he is going to get "high" again. Which type of addictive behavior is he exhibiting?

A. reinforcement B. compulsion C. loss of control D. negative consequences

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The pathophysiologic effects of spina bifida are due to:

A) Malformation of the brain and spinal column causing spinal fluid to pool at the base of the spine B) Failure of one or more neural arches to close within the vertebral column of the neural tube C) Cystic lesions growing into the dorsal root ganglia D) Hypertrophy of the primary vesicles, which eventually causes the excess fluid to bulge in weakened structures

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Which of the following is TRUE regarding physical activity and diabetes?

A. Diabetes is a genetic condition not influenced by lifestyle. B. Type II diabetes cannot be influenced by physical activity. C. Physical activity is not recommended for Type I diabetics. D. Physical activity reduces diabetes risk by improving sensitivity to insulin.

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