Define diphtheria
What will be an ideal response?
An infectious disease resulting in acute inflammation of the mucous membranes, primarily in the mouth and throat.
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Which of the following is NOT one of the basic types of tissue found in the body?
A) muscular B) connective C) histogenic D) epithelial
The combining form troph/o means "________."
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which portion of the bone is a layer of cartilage where bone growth occurs?
A) greater trochanter B) diaphysis C) epiphyseal line D) periosteum
Cara, who is 28 years old, has experienced recurrent pain in her lower abdomen over the past two months. She has been treating herself by taking over-the-counter pain medication. She has health insurance through a health maintenance organization.Based on her insurance plan, if Cara consults a physician she should contact
A. a specialist (gynecologist) in her neighborhood. B. an emergency room physician. C. the primary care physician assigned by her health maintenance organization. D. a physician recommended by her coworker who had similar symptoms.