Which condition is caused by roundworm infection and characterized by a dramatic accumulation of fluid, especially in the extremities?

A. Sickle cell disease
B. Elephantiasis
C. Lymphadenopathy
D. Lymphadenitis
E. Lymphoma


B. Elephantiasis

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Which of the following categories of epithelium is based on cell shape?

A. Simple B. Stratified C. Transitional D. Columnar E. Keratinized

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Which of the following structures is located within the perineum?

A. Dartos muscle B. Seminal vesicles C. Urogenital triangle D. Femoral triangle E. Navel

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Bile is synthesized and secreted by the:

A. gallbladder. B. gastric mucosa. C. pancreas. D. duodenum. E. liver.

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Residual volume is

A. air remaining in the alveoli after very deep exhalation. B. air that remains in the passageways but not used for gas exchange. C. maximum volume of air moved in and out during a single deep breath. D. air moved in and out with each breath.

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