Which condition is characterized by an increase or exaggeration of the lumbar curve of the vertebral column?

a) herniated disc
b) scoliosis
c) kyphosis
d) lordosis
e) spina bifida


d

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A. hair root B. hair bulb C. medulla D. shaft E. cuticle

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Which diagnostic test evaluates the function of clotting factors within the blood?

A. Prothrombin time B. Bone marrow biopsy C. Platelet count D. Partial thromboplastin time

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Your tears act as a lubricant and ________ to protect the eyes from microorganisms

A) Moisture B) Glaze C) Bath D) Antiseptic

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The renal fascia:

A) separates the kidney from the ureter. B) usually prevents pus from a perinephric abscess from spreading to the contralateral kidney. C) prevents the kidney from moving during respiration. D) holds the renal artery and vein together. E) is composed of peritoneum.

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