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arivle123

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Leukapheresis is a process by which blood is withdrawn from the patient by an extractor ma-chine, the excess diseased WBCs are extracted, and the blood is returned to the patient.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


marict

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

 

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