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rmenurse

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which term means softening of the spleen?
 
  a. splenoid
  b. splenomegaly
  c. splenorrhaphy
  d. splenomalacia

Question 2

Which of the following answer choices regarding herniated nucleus pulposus is NOT true?
 
  a. protrusion of intervertebral disk
  b. puts pressure on spinal nerve
  c. increases normal forward curvature of lumbar spine
  d. may require surgery


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abctaiwan

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

d
Explanation:
a. splenoid: means resembling the spleen
b. splenomegaly: means enlarged spleen
c. splenorrhaphy: means suture the spleen
d. splenomalacia: correct

Answer to Question 2

d
Explanation:
a. protrusion of intervertebral disk: true
b. puts pressure on spinal nerve: true
c. increases normal forward curvature of lumbar spine: true
d. may require surgery: correct


rmenurse

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Excellent

samiel-sayed

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

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