A(n) ____ is a protrusion of an organ through an opening in the abdominal wall.

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


hernia

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Which of the following is a device or substance put into the body to serve a particular purpose?

A) Prosthesis B) Apparatus C) Implant D) Device E) Appliance

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A patient is on a 2,100-calorie diet. The patient ate 30% of the total daily calorie allowance. How many calories did the patient eat?

What will be an ideal response?

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A low hematocrit may indicate ________.

A. anemia B. dehydration C. viral infection D. polycythemia

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Based on the 2010 and 2012 elections, what seems to be the likely makeup of the Texas House of Representatives for the foreseeable future?

A) a lopsided Republican majority B) a tenuous Republican majority C) an almost 50-50 Republican-Democrat split D) 95 Democrats and 55 Republicans

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