State a common cause of pyelonephritis and how the infection occurs

What will be an ideal response?


Escherichia coli, a bacillus that is normally found in the large intestine, is the most common cause of pyelonephritis. The bacillus spreads from the anus to the genital area where it enters the bladder, and travels up the ureter to the kidney.

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What will be an ideal response?

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A direct analogy can be made between the clitoris and the

A. vas deferens. B. glans penis. C. testis. D. foreskin.

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Delayed-onset muscle soreness can be prevented by lowering training intensity and duration

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What is the sign of early pregnancy in which the vaginal, cervical, and valvular tissues develop a bluish-violet color?

A) Chadwick sign B) Braxton sign C) Hick sign D) Babinski sign E) Goodell sign

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