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rosent76

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In this procedure, the cervix is dilated, and a spoon-shaped instrument is used to scrape the uterine lining.
 
  A) B&E
  B) S&T
  C) D&C
  D) N&V

Question 2

Select the suffix that means process of measuring.
 
  A) -plasty
  B) -scopy
  C) -metry
  D) -graphy



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Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: D&C stands for dilation and curettage. Curette is the instrument.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: The other suffixes mean: -plasty, surgical repair; -scopy, process of viewing; and -graphy, recording process.



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