Describe what pneumoconiosis is and the three types presented in the pathology table.

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Pneumoconiosis is a condition that develops as the result of inhaling environmental
particles that become toxic.
• Anthracosis—inhaling coal dust; also called black lung or miner's lung
• Silicosis—inhaling silica (quartz) dust found in quarries, glasswork, sandblasting, and ceramics
• Asbestosis—develops from inhaling asbestos fibers; may lead to the development of lung
cancer

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A) Keflex B) Ceclor C) Amoxil D) Claforan

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For ________ anesthesia, an anesthetic drug is given by injection into the subarachnoid space between the vertebrae of the lumbar region of the back

Fill in the blank with the right word.

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The root word MANDIBUL/O means

A. lower jaw B. upper jaw C. cartilage cell D. rib

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In traditional Chinese medicine, the principle of balance is expressed as

A. ayurveda. B. karma. C. chi. D. yin and yang.

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