Which of the following terms means protrusion of a structure through the tissue that normally contains it?

A. Hernia
B. Reflux
C. Perforation
D. Intussusception
E. Varices


Answer: A

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The ________ muscle is an involuntary muscle that is not under conscious control. It pumps blood through the circulatory system

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following terms describes bending the foot backward or upward at the ankle?

A) supination B) plantar flexion C) pronation D) dorsiflexion

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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