Patients older than age 40 should have a yearly ________ examination for early detection of colorectal cancer. 

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


digital
A digital examination is palpation of the rectum to discover lesions or irregularities.

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a. DIC b. Deep vein thrombosis c. Pulmonary embolus d. Patient is normal

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The ____ is an approximately six-foot-square piece of heavy canvas with a rope strung through the grommets for handles.

A. carry-all B. rubbish hook C. D-handle D. plasterboard reach

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The ACA specifies that ______ can be covered under their parents' health insurance plans

a. Children attending college b. Children who are unemployed c. Children up to the age of 19 d. Children under the age of 26

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All of the following tissues or organs are part of the immune system except

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