Which of the following statements about peritonitis is FALSE?
a. it could be caused by a burst appendix
b. it leads to inflammation of the digestive mucosa
c. it can be caused by bacteria entering the abdominal cavity during a surgical procedure
d. it is an inflammation of the peritoneal membrane
Answer: b. it leads to inflammation of the digestive mucosa
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a. gerbil c. mouse b. hamster d. ferret
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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A. Needed for water reabsorption B. Emulsify lipids for digestion by enzymes C. Gives color to the feces D. They play no role in digestion.