Which of the following endoscopic exams would be used to view inside a section of the colon?
A) gastroscopy
B) sigmoidoscopy
C) laparoscopy
D) esophagoscopy
B) sigmoidoscopy
A sigmoidoscopy examines the inside of the sigmoid colon. A gastroscopy
examines the inside of the stomach. A laparoscopy examines the inside of the abdomen. An
esophagoscopy would examine the inside of the esophagus.
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A) topical; skin B) liquid; solid C) intravenous; oral D) watery; thick
Eating the recommended daily servings of which foods seems to keep homocysteine levels from accumulating in the blood?
A. vegetables B. grains C. meat D. legumes E. all of the above
The meaning of the abbreviation rad is ________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which of the following is a wise recommendation for exercising in the heat?
A. Restrict water intake to prevent cramps. B. Take salt tablets to replenish electrolytes. C. Exercise at noon to force the body to adapt to the heat. D. Wear heavy clothing to sweat the weight off. E. Drink water before, during, and after exercise.