Explain how the body makes new bone.

What will be an ideal response?


Osteoclasts tear down bone by excavating channels through them. Osteoblasts follow behind, replacing the area removed by the osteoclasts.

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Which of the following cytochemical stains would be positive in this case?

a. MPO b. LAP c. NSE d. PAS

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SVT may occur in a healthy person and can result from all of the following EXCEPT:

A. overexertion. B. hypoxia. C. hypokalemia. D. hypoglycemia.

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The radial artery is the artery of choice for ABG analysis

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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A separate diagnosis existing in the same patient at the same time as an unrelated diagnosis is known as a:

A. co-morbidity. B. complication. C. sequela. D. manifestation.

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