What does the acronym TURP mean? Explain the procedure


It means transurethral resection of the prostate, or transurethral prostatectomy, in which a scope is inserted into the urethra to resect prostatic tissue.

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Title VII of the____________ protects employees against sexual harassment

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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In most states, chemicals cannot be flushed down a drain because of the:

a. Chemical Manufacturers Association Act b. National Fire Protection Association Act c. Civil Rights Act d. Resource Conservation and Recovery Act

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What is the term for the ratio of the amount of water vapor in a volume of gas compared to the amount of the water in gas saturated at a normal body temperature of 37° C?

a. Percent body humidity (BH) b. Relative humidity (RH) c. Absolute humidity d. Water vapor pressure

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The term that is used for profuse sweating is:

A. pericarditis. B. pleurisy. C. ecchymosis. D. diaphoresis.

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