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Sufayan.ah

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A cicatrix is a pinpoint skin hemorrhage.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Which medical procedure uses a metal instrument that ends in a small circular ring with a sharp edge to scrape off the superficial part of a skin lesion?
 
  A) cryosurgery
  B) debridement
  C) biopsy
  D) curettage



joewallace

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Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: Cicatrix is a nonconstructed Latin term meaning scar.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) Cryosurgery does not use a curet.
B) Debridement removes necrotic tissue, not a skin lesion.
C) A biopsy is not done with a curet.
D) Correct



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