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Author Question: Lordosis is a deformity of the spine characterized by a hump. Indicate whether the statement is ... (Read 95 times)

JMatthes

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Lordosis is a deformity of the spine characterized by a hump.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Hernia of the bladder that protrudes into the vagina is termed:
 
  A) cystectomy.
  B) cystocele.
  C) cystolith.
  D) cystostomy.


tmlewis4706

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

FALSE
Explanation: Lord means bent forward and -osis, condition of. An increased anterior curve creates increased concavity of the lower back in the lumbar area. Kyph means hump and -osis, condition of. This posterior curving of the spine increasing its convexity creates a hump, as seen with osteoporosis patients.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation:
A) A cystectomy is surgical removal of the bladder.
B) Correct.
C) Cystolith is a stone in the bladder.
D) Cystostomy is a new opening into the bladder.


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