The skull is the body's most complex bony structure. It is formed by cranial and facial bones. The cranial bones, or cranium, enclose and protect the fragile brain. A helmet would add extra protection in sports where there is an increased risk for head injury.
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Scoliosis literally means "twisted disease" and is an abnormal lateral curvature that occurs most often in the thoracic region. It is quite common during late childhood. The nurse would need to observe the child standing erect, disrobed from the waist up. An older girl may leave her bra on. The child is observed from behind and the nurse would note any asymmetry of the shoulders and hips. With the child bending forward so that the back is parallel to the floor, the nurse may observe from the side, noting asymmetry or prominence of the rib cage.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The minimal waking rate of energy expenditure determined under standardized conditions is known as the ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The figure illustrates keratinization in the epidermis. What layer of the epidermis is "E"?
A. stratum lucidum B. stratum spinosum C. stratum granulosum D. stratum basale E. stratum corneum
After a wound is sealed, tissue repair is followed by fibrinolysis
Indicate whether the statement is true or false