____________ is a hereditary lung disease that strikes 1 in roughly 3,000 children and is commonly fatal due to lung destruction before the age of 40 years.

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


Cystic fibrosis

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Advanced air bag systems are being introduced that

A. protect both front- and back-seat passengers. B. have sensors that respond to crash severity. C. are voice-activated. D. detect alcohol and activate immediately.

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Prefix meaning between:?

A) infra- B) inter- C) intra- D) extra-

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There is a higher incidence of abdominal injuries in association with chest trauma in pregnant women because:

A) seat belts are usually not worn. B) the peritoneum is maximally stretched. C) the diaphragm is elevated nearly 2 inches. D) the abdomen is large and protuberant.

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