Herniation of an intervertebral disc occurs when:
A) stress on the vertebral column forces a disc into the spinal canal.
B) the spinal column sustains flexion or extension of more than 50%.
C) the spinous process fractures and puts pressure on one or more discs.
D) significant blunt trauma displaces the disc away from the spinal cord.
Answer: A) stress on the vertebral column forces a disc into the spinal canal.
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A) exposure control plans, training manuals, and personal protective equipment. B) personal protective equipment. C) training manuals and exposure control plans. D) exposure control plans and personal protective equipment.
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A) Drug's cost. B) Patient. C) Prescriber. D) Insurance coverage.
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A) Healthcare Measurement Organizations. B) Happy Mental Organizations. C) Healthcare Maintenance Organizations. D) Health Maintenance Organizations.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).