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Author Question: Which of the following statements is true? (Read 16 times) |
It is believed that the Incas used anesthesia. Evidence supports the theory that shamans chewed cocoa leaves and drilled holes into the heads of patients (letting evil spirits escape), spitting into the wounds they made. The mixture of cocaine, saliva, and resin numbed the site enough to allow hours of drilling.
Blastomycosis is often misdiagnosed, resulting in tragic outcomes. It is caused by a fungus living in moist soil, in wooded areas of the United States and Canada. If inhaled, the fungus can cause mild breathing problems that may worsen and cause serious illness and even death.
The average office desk has 400 times more bacteria on it than a toilet.
Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.