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Author Question: What term is used when a hernia can be returned to the normal cavity by manipulation? a. Oblique ... (Read 9 times)

jon_i

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on: Jul 18, 2018
What term is used when a hernia can be returned to the normal cavity by manipulation?
 
  a. Oblique
  b. Thoracoabdominal
  c. Reducible
  d. Paramedian

Question 2

For what reason may a subcutaneous mastectomy be performed?
 
  a. Shorter, less painful procedure
  b. Removal of the overlying skin and nipple
  c. Removal of a noninvasive tumor present under the breast
  d. For patients with chronic mastitis


iman

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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
A hernia is the protrusion of an organ or part of an organ through a defect in the supporting structures that normally contain it. A hernia is reducible when it can be returned to the normal cavity through manipulation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
A subcutaneous mastectomy may be performed for patients with chronic mastitis, patients with multiple fibroadenomas or hyperplastic duct changes, or patients with central tumors that are noninvasive in origin.


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