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cnetterville

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on: Jul 4, 2018
Velar closure during the swallow is important because
 A) it keeps one from having nasal regurgitation.
  B) it keeps postnasal mucus from entering the airway.
  C) it provides a seal for the positive pressure of swallowing.
  D) a & c
  E) a, b, & c

Question 2

The term bolus refers to
 A) the mass of food being prepared for swallowing.
  B) the ballast provided by tongue spatulation.
  C) the specific process of trituration.
  D) none of the above.


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aprice35067

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Reply #1 on: Jul 4, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A


cnetterville

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Reply 2 on: Jul 4, 2018
Excellent

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Wow, this really help

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