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Author Question: Ascites is a parasitic infection of the intestines and colon. Indicate whether the statement is ... (Read 24 times)

james9437

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Ascites is a parasitic infection of the intestines and colon.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Which abbreviation stands for a vaccine?
 
  a. ENT
  b. DPT
  c. URI
  d. AU
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janieazgirl

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: Ascites is fluid in the peritoneal cavity.

Answer to Question 2

b
Explanation:
a. ENT: stands for ear, nose, and throat
b. DPT: correct
c. URI: stands for upper respiratory infection
d. AU: stands for an abbreviation meaning both ears


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