Choose the term which refers to a loss of motor control and sensation as a result of injury to the spinal cord.
A. myelitis
B. amyotrophic
C. paralysis
D. syringomyelia
E. atrophy
Answer: C
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A. protein-rich foods are often high in antioxidants B. excess protein produces excess muscle tissue C. high-protein foods are often high in fats D. low-carb diets increase the breakdown of fats E. protein-rich foods are often high in phytonutrients
-listhesis means:
A) crooked B) dislocation C) slipping D) fracture
Which of the following sentences has a medical term that is NOT spelled correctly?
A. Pruritis, redness, and swelling are symptoms of irritated skin. B. Mr. Jones sprained his ankle and now it is edematous. C. Jamie has a large burn on her arm with serous drainage from the blisters. D. Baby Jones has a nevus on his left shoulder. E. Repeated episodes of scratching have led to excoriation of the skin.
All of the following are appropriate ideas for using pedometers in a school setting EXCEPT
A) hosting a school-wide step contest for all students. B) estimating the number of steps it takes students to walk to the next town. C) hosting a school-wide step contest for all classes. D) estimating the number of miles students would accumulate if they walked to school each day for one week.