In the nonspecific body defense mechanism called _______________, monocytes leave the bloodstream and become macrophages to attack pathogens in other tissues. 

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


phagocytosis

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Prodromal symptoms of pain and burning at the site where a lesion is about to occur are characteristic of which of the following?

a. Primary syphilis b. Mucous membrane pemphigoid c. Secondary herpes labialis d. Chronic lupus erythematosus e. None of the above

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You start an incoming call by asking the caller some questions in order to screen calls. Why is this important?

a. To be sure the caller talks to the person who will be most helpful b. To elicit information and give you time to think c. To give you time to signal the office manager for help d. To get out your protocol book to help the person

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Radiographs document the amount of bone remaining rather than the amount lost

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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