Shin splints are best described as
A. inflammation of a tendon.
B. a pain in the front of the lower leg.
C. a tear in a muscle or tendon.
D. an incomplete break in the bone caused by overuse.
B. a pain in the front of the lower leg.
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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. Otosclerosis affects the stapes bone. 2. An acoustic neuroma is a cancerous tumor of the sheath around the eighth cranial nerve. 3. Another term for labyrinthitis is inner ear infection. 4. A cochlear implant is a device to improve bone conduction hearing loss. 5. Audiometry is a test of hearing ability.
The medical term for "abnormally low oxygen in the body" is:
A) hyperventilation B) hypoxia C) hypercapnia D) hypoventilation
An important aspect of effective communication is
A) not expressing feelings. B) pretending to listen. C) understanding nonverbal communication. D) smiling even if you don't feel happy.
Although Jeff's alcoholic mother criticizes and berates him, he still lives at home with her because he believes that she needs him. Jeff is exhibiting which type of behavior?
A) Enabling B) Controlling C) Codependent D) Compulsive