Describe calculi. Include what they are, where they can be found, at least two ways they can be diagnosed, and two ways they can be treated.
• Calculus
• Calculus is a stone formed from the accumulation of mineral salts.
• Forms in either the kidney or bladder, but may also become lodged in the ureter or urethra when a person tries to pass them.
• Diagnosed by any of the X-rays of the urinary organs, such as an IVP or retrograde pyelogram, or by cystoscopy.
• Treated by surgery (nephrolithotomy) or by extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy.
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A. The inner layer of the dura mater is attached to the arachnoid. B. The pia mater is a delicate membrane loosely attached to the dura mater. C. Extensions of the arachnoid anchor the spinal cord to the dura mater. D. Arachnoid trabeculae connect the arachnoid to the brain and spinal cord. E. Both A and D are correct statements.
White blood cells that monitor the bloodstream and body tissues for signs of infection and, if they encounter an antigen, rapidly duplicate and "turn on" their specific response are called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Continued drinking despite recurring social, interpersonal, and legal problems is referred to as
a. alcohol abuse c. alcohol addiction b. alcohol dependence d. alcohol misuse
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)