The root word CONSTRICT/O means

A. to expand
B. vessel
C. fatty debris; fatty plaque
D. to draw together


Answer: D

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Stan expresses his anxiety about his upcoming surgery at his pre-operative appointment. His doctor tells him that he will be given medication to calm him prior to the surgery. This type of medication is called a(n) ____

A) analgesic B) anesthetic C) sedative D) hypnotic

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

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Which of the following terms is used to define when the menstrual cycle first begins?

A. menarche B. menstrual cycle C. menopause D. climacteric E. menses

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