The medical term for persistent high arterial blood pressure is
A. cardiopathy
B. hypertrophy
C. stenosis
D. hyperplasia
E. hypertension
Answer: E
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1. A disorder that is characterized by difficulty absorbing one or more nutrients is called: . 2. The procedure of suturing a lip is called: . 3. The surgical procedure that involves an incision through the abdominal wall, often from the base of the sternum to the pubic bone, is called a(n): . 4. Surgical repair of the pylorus region of the stomach, which can include repair of the pyloric valve, is known as a(n): . 5. A drug that reduces the acidity of the stomach cavity is called a(n): . 6. A tumor arising from cells within the liver is called a(n): . 7. A(n) is a protrusion of a small intestinal segment through the abdominal wall in the inguinal region. 8. The is the extensive membrane that lines the inner wall of the abdominopelvic cavity and covers most of its organs. 9. A(n) occurs when a small intestinal segment enters through a tear in the membrane covering the abdominal wall in the umbilical (navel) region. 10. The surgical removal of the gallbladder is called: .
When selecting a personal trainer, you should select one who has
a. a nice and athletic physique. b. previous athletic experience. c. a health/fitness certificate. d. a professional certification.
Which of the following terms means the percentage of total blood volume composed of red blood cells?
A. Viscosity B. Hematocrit C. Partial prothrombin D. Complete blood count E. Hemoglobin
This person has lost a kidney and 25% of function in their other kidney. They cannot maintain fluid and electrolyte balance so they are retaining nitrogenous substances in their blood. This is known as?
a. Urinary tract infection b. Glomerular filtration rate c. Cystitis d. Pyelonephritis e. Uremia