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captainjonesify

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which of the following statements regarding the epiglottis is NOT true?
 
  a. It is a bony flap.
  b. It sits above the larynx.
  c. It prevents food and drink from entering the larynx.
  d. It tips forward to cover the larynx when you swallow.

Question 2

The term hyponatremia is spelled correctly.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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shailee

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

a
Explanation:
a. It is a bony flap: correct
b. It sits above the larynx: a true statement
c. It prevents food and drink from entering the larynx: a true statement
d. It tips forward to cover the larynx when you swallow: a true statement

Answer to Question 2

TRUE


captainjonesify

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

ghepp

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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