What does "rebound" mean during the physical examination?

A. The condition of abnormal loosening of tissues
B. Abnormal hardening of tissues
C. An abnormal tightening or shortening of muscles, usually in the extremities, that permanently limits the movement of the body part
D. A sudden tightening of muscles caused by an autonomic reflex because of disease, illness or injury


D

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A) Superficial friction B) Circular friction C) Mennell friction D) Cyriax friction

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Fetuses born after ________ weeks have an excellent chance of survival

A) 32 B) 24 C) 20 D) 28

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When the median nerve in the wrist is excessively compressed, causing weakness and numbness in the hand and pain in the wrist, hand, or elbow, the patient most likely has _______________ _______________ syndrome. 

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

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A white blood cell count that is below normal is called ________.

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

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