Occasionally, it is necessary to purposely break a bone to correct an improperly healed fracture. This procedure is called:
A) arthroplasty
B) osteoclasis
C) arthrodesis
D) osteotomy
B
Explanation: Oste/o refers to "bone" and -clasis, "break apart."
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a. Premedicate with acetaminophen. b. Administer the infusion at night to lessen the effects. c. Have the medication diluted, and administer in smaller amounts. d. Stop the administration if side effects occur.
Incision to remove a stone from the renal pelvis: __________lithotomy
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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A. race. B. body size and weight. C. gender. D. type and amount of food in the stomach.