Define the term biopsy and state the reason a biopsy would be completed


A biopsy is the removal of tissue for pathological examination, and it is completed to differentiate between malignant and benign tumors.

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What could be an example of various types of accidental ignitions?

A) Dropped cigarettes B) Electric heaters C) Glowing electrical connections D) All of the above

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Which of the following splints should not be used to treat proximal forearm fractures?

a. A ladder splint that goes up to the axilla and down to the palm crease b. A splint that prevents rotation of the forearm at the elbow c. A sugar tong splint wrapped around the elbow and extending down to the palm crease d. A splint that does not immobilize the elbow

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Mr. Z., a hospitalized patient, refuses to follow Dr. Johnson's orders after surgery. Dr. Johnson informs the patient that she will no longer be his physician. Is there grounds for filing a lawsuit? If so, under which theory of liability?

A. No, there are no grounds for a legitimate lawsuit in this situation. B. Yes, a lawsuit could be filed as an intentional tort called medical abandonment. C. Yes, a lawsuit could be filed as a nonintentional tort called medical abandonment. D. No, this comes under the JCAHO regulations and a claim could be filed with them for medical abandonment.

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A dental practice has fiscal year revenues of $850,000 and expenses of $520,000. The practice's net income for that fiscal year is $330,000.

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

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