An overgrowth of bone tissue in the ear that prevents the stapes from transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear is ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
otosclerosis
Otosclerosis occurs when bone tissue grows abnormally around the stapes (stirrup).
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The primary problem for which a patient comes to see the physician is known as the ________ complaint.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
In the physical examination of urine, all of the following are true EXCEPT:
A. the color is recorded B. the pH is measured C. transparency is noted D. specific gravity is measured
The order Passeriformes is the largest order of birds, containing almost 60 percent of the bird species
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following contents in the cartridge provides isotonic tissue compatibility?
A) Sodium chloride B) Distilled water C) Preservative D) Sodium bisulfite