The surgical removal of tissue for later microscopic examination is a(n) ________.

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


biopsy

A biopsy is the surgical removal of tissue for later microscopic examination. It is the most accurate way to diagnose breast and other cancers.

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Which common mistake(s) should be avoided when writing a cover letter?

A. Not addressing the letter to a specific person in the organization B. Failing to sign the letter if it is not being sent electronically C. Sending a cover letter that is too long D. All of these

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Clear fluid from the nose or ear, ecchymosis around the eyes, or ecchymosis at the base of the skull suggests a ____.

A. depressed skull fracture B. diastatic skull fracture C. basilar skull fracture D. linear skull fracture

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Managed care organizations, in an effort to make delivery of health care more cost effective, are pushing to replace medical assistants with noncredentialed personnel.  2. Because of their interest in making health-care delivery more cost effective, managed care organizations are expected to establish certification as a mandatory designation for medical assistants.  3. OSHA and CLIA statutes and regulations can best be met by medical assistants who are credentialed.  4. OSHA and CLIA do not require medical assistants to be credentialed at this time.  5. The Certified Office Laboratory Technician (COLT) certification offered by the American Medical Technologists is for health-care professionals who perform eye exams in the physician's office. 

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The worldwide standard system of measurement is the ____________________ system

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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