In the word gastr/ectomy, the element "gastr/o" is considered the __________ __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


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Which of the following techniques can aid the practitioner in teaching the patient this maneuver? a. Having the patient inhale slowly through the nose b. Having the patient phonate or "huff" dur-ing expiration c. Having the patient "tense" the neck mus-cles while coughing d. Telling the patient to exert effort, as in straining at stool

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Supplemental oxygen replaces nitrogen in the dead space of the lungs with oxygen, referred to as ____.

A. oxygen purging B. nitrogen overload C. nitrogen washout D. oxygen overload

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A) 48,000 B) 34,000 C) 20,000 D) 9,000

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Panoramic radiography is based on the principles of tomography

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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