When normal cells create growths, the growths are called ________, meaning they are not cancerous.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


benign

Growths of normal cells are considered benign, or not cancerous.

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A) ice massage B) C) ice pack D) all of the above

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Which of the following is a disadvantage of performance-based standards?

A. The testing agency must develop methods of evaluating test data. B. The level of safety is inferior to the model-code-designed system. C. Performance-based standards place a greater demand on the testing agency. D. The solution can only be achieved through a rigid set of requirements, regardless of the needs of the owner.

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Compared to younger individuals, geriatric patients who fall have a higher incidence of fractures to the _____ region of the spine

a. C4–C5 b. T1–T2 c. L1–L2 d. C1–C2

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Which is an alternative therapy for tinnitus?

A. relaxation techniques B. hypnosis C. acupuncture D. All of these

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