Lithotripsy may be used to treat which condition?
A. urinary tract infection
B. incontinence
C. kidney stones
D. cystitis
Answer: C
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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. Malignant melanoma is a dangerous type of skin cancer. 2. Vitiligo is a reddening of the skin. 3. Tinea is a fungal infection. 4. A furuncle is a bacterial infection of several hair follicles. 5. Alopecia is the medical term for baldness.
Which of the following is NOT an effect of stress on the gastrointestinal system?
A. mouth produces more saliva B. stomach slows down C. stomach secretes more hydrochloric acid D. liver releases excess glucose E. rhythmic contractions of the esophagus are disrupted
Tumor cells
a. are less susceptible to growth controls than are normal cells b. have a higher than normal proliferation rate c. have increased cellular acidity d. A and C e. all of the above
Which statement about the relationship between peptic ulcers and the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is correct?
A. H. pylori causes an increased production of hydrochloric acid B. Patients with H. pylori will eventually require a gastrectomy to treat peptic ulcers C. H. pylori bacteria produce enzymes that weaken the protective mucus in the stomach D. H. pylori does not respond to antibiotics in the treatment of peptic ulcers. E. Patients with peptic ulcers caused by H. pylori are more prone to develop gastric cancer