Bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes caused by a lack of adequate oxygen in the blood is called ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
cyanosis
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Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding treating injuries with application of heat?
A. It should not be used until after the swelling has disappeared. B. It helps reduce stiffness. C. It helps relieve pain and relax muscles. D. It should be used to help reduce swelling.
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A lobectomy is the surgical removal of ________
A) the trachea B) the mediastinum C) the larynx D) a part of the lung
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The combining form orth/o-, as found in the medical word orthopedics, means "straight."
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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What is the meaning of the suffix -stenosis?
a. Enlarged b. Narrowing c. Hardening d. Destruction
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