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arivle123

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which contributing factor(s) may lead to hernia development? (select all that apply.)
 
  a. Heavy lifting
  b. Chronic cough
  c. Straining with defecation
  d. Ascites
  e. Strenuous sexual activity

Question 2

The patient with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) has a volume of blood extracted by machine, white cells are extracted in the machine, and the blood is then returned to the patient. This process is called ___________________ _.
 
  Fill in the blanks with correct word


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AmberC1996

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A, B, C, D
The most common contributing factors in the development of a hernia are straining to lift heavy objects, chronic cough, straining to void or pass stool, and ascites. Sexual activity is not usually a cause for herniation.

Answer to Question 2

leukapheresis

Leukapheresis is a process by which blood is withdrawn from the patient by an extractor ma-chine, the excess diseased WBCs are extracted, and the blood is returned to the patient.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Wow, this really help

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