Hardening of the arteries of the brain is known as cerebral embolism

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Explanation: In cerebral ather/o/scler/osis the vessels gradually close due to the accumulation of fatty plaques. When a piece of the clot breaks off and travels in the bloodstream, it is called an embolism.

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An instrument used to measure the range of motion in a joint is known as a(n):

A. angleometer. B. arthrometer. C. goniometer. D. jointometer.

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Erythema is redness of the skin due to capillary dilation

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When a child can create the same shape on both sides of their body, this is considered:

A. symmetrical B. spherical C. nonsymmetrical D. asymmetrical

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The range of motion possible at a particular joint or series of joints is

A) agility. B) flexibility. C) balance. D) endurance.

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