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CORALGRILL2014

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Uterine descensus is also known as uterine ________.
 
  A) inflammation
  B) herniation
  C) prolapse
  D) retroflexion

Question 2

Which of the following surgical procedures removes an obstruction from one of the major arteries of the neck?
 
  A) cerebrospinal fluid shunt
  B) laminectomy
  C) carotid endarterectomy
  D) nerve block


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Athena23

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

C
Explanation: A) Uterine descensus is an abnormal position, not an inflammation.
B) Uterine descensus is an abnormal position, not a weakness in the uterine wall (hernia).
C) Correct
D) Retroflexion is an abnormal, bent position of the uterus, but is not the same as uterine descensus.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A carotid endarterectomy removes an obstruction from one of the major arteries of the neck. A cerebrospinal fluid shunt treats hydrocephalus. A laminectomy treats pressure on the spinal nerve. A nerve block is a regional anesthetic.


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