The combining form systol/o- means "________."

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


contracting

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pyelonephritis : Inflammation of the renal pelvis and _________

Fill in the missing word in the definition for the key term.

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Appetite suppressant drugs for obesity are chemically related to amphetamine drugs, but are less addictive than amphetamine drugs

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Drops are preferred over ointments when used in children. 2. Aminoglycosides are usually avoided for treatment of infections due to toxicity to the corneal epithelium. 3. Restasis is a topical corticosteroid that is used to enhance tear production. 4. Glaucoma is a condition in which there is increased intraocular pressure due to outflow obstruction of vitreous humor. 5. Acute, or angle-closure, glaucoma is considered a medical emergency.

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During which phase of sexual response do the genital organs return to their pre-arousal state?

A) Excitement/arousal B) Plateau C) Orgasmic D) Resolution

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