The region of the pharynx located directly posterior to the nose is:

oropharynx
nasopharynx
laryngopharynx
pharynx


nasopharynx

Rationale: The nasopharynx is located directly posterior to the nasal cavity.

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A. histamine. B. collagen. C. sebum. D. keratin.

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Hepatitis is an inflammation and infection of the:

A) liver B) kidney C) stomach D) spleen

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____ is an inflammation of the ear.

A. Cerumen impaction B. Meniere's disease C. Otitis D. Otosclerosis

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Calculate pediatric dose by using Clark's rule, Young's rule, or Fried's rule. Find the dose of acetaminophen for a 3-year-old child if the adult dose normally equals 1000 mg.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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