What is an "induration"?

A. The condition of abnormal loosening of tissues, as in a loss of firmness in skin
B. Abnormal hardening of tissues
C. A specific form of muscular rigidity caused by tension in the muscles
D. An abnormal tightening or shortening of muscles, usually in the extremities, that permanently limits the movement of the body part


B

Health Professions

You might also like to view...

When assessing a patient who has been stabbed. Which of the following information should the EMT gain first?

A) Angle at which the knife entered the patient B) Make and model of the knife C) Size and type of the knife D) Owner of the knife

Health Professions

ICD-10-PCS uses a multiaxial structure for its seven-character _____ codes

a. alphabetic b. alphanumeric c. hierarchical d. numeric

Health Professions

There is no cure for age-related macular degeneration; however, recent studies have shown that modification of risk factors and interventional measures may slow the advance of the disease. Which of the following is not one of the recommended modifications or treatments as described in the textbook?

A) vitamin B and D supplements B) medication to increase blood pressure C) sunglasses that provide protection from UV light D) saline eyedrops

Health Professions

________ is any bodily contact without permission.

A. Fraud B. Battery C. Ethics D. Assault

Health Professions