You would use the ________ examination method to note the length and diameter of an extremity. 

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


mensuration
You would use mensuration, or measurement, to note the length and diameter of an extremity.

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A. accumulation of fluid in the abdomen B. decrease in the supply of blood to an organ C. profuse sweating D. CVA E. decrease in quality and/or quantity of RBCs F. inadequate oxygen levels G. difficulty breathing H. spitting up blood I. transient ischemic attack J. myocardial infarction K. blood clot

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Obesity is defined as a BMI over what value?

a. 20 kg/m2 b. 25 kg/m2 c. 30 kg/m2 d. 35 kg/m2

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Which laws determine what the dental assistant is legally able to perform?

federal laws state laws township mandates the dentist he/she is employed by

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A less than optimal ulnar-deviated PA axial (scaphoid) wrist projection demonstrates closed scaphotrapezium, scaphotrapezoidal, and CM joint spaces. How should the positioning setup be adjusted to obtain an optimal projection?

a. Externally rotate wrist until it is at a 25-degree angle with IR. b. Extend the hand, positioning it flat against the IR. c. Increase the degree of hand flexion. d. Increase the degree of ulnar-deviation until the first metacarpal and ulna are aligned.

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