The term __________________ means relating to the cheek.

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


Buccal mucosa is used throughout the chapter when referring to the lining of the cheeks.

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a. HHb will absorb less light than O2Hb. b. O2Hb will absorb less light than HHb. c. MetHb will absorb less light than O2Hb. d. Sulfhemoglobin will absorb more light than HHb.

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The numerator of an improper fraction is:

A. always greater than its denominator B. smaller than its denominator C. greater than or equal to its denominator D. either a whole number or another fraction

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Name three federal laws that impact collection, maintenance, and use of cancer data

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When providing emotional support to the family of an infant who suddenly and unexpectedly died, you should:

A. tell the parents that you know how they feel. B. provide detailed information about the event. C. use the infant's first name whenever possible. D. avoid using the words "dead" or "died".

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