GERD occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus causing irritation, inflammation, and pain. The abbreviation GERD stands for ________

Fill in the blank with the right word.


Answer: gastroesophageal reflux disease

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Eva plans to go to a club near campus on Friday night. List at least eight strategies that can help Eva stay safe. Include strategies for avoiding assault while traveling to and from the club and strategies for avoiding sexual assault, including drug-induced date rape, while at the club.

What will be an ideal response?

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The combining form col/o means:

a. x-rays b. sensation c. intestines d. rectum e. colon

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