The ________ sphincter controls the movement of substances from the pylorus of the stomach into the small intestine.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
pyloric
The pyloric sphincter controls the movement of substances from the pylorus of the stomach into the small intestine.
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B) Secure padded long board splints laterally and medially.
C) Apply PASG.
D) Apply a traction splint.
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