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jayhills49

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on: Jun 26, 2018
The central portion of the thoracic cavity, between the lungs, is a space called the:
 
  A) mediastinum.
  B) septum.
  C) diaphragm.
  D) bronchi.

Question 2

A ________ fracture usually occurs in children.
 
  A) transverse
  B) spiral
  C) Colles
  D) greenstick


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Missbam101

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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: A) Correct.
B) The septum is a dividing wall, such as the nasal septum.
C) The diaphragm is a muscle that lies transversely between the thoracic and abdominal cavities.
D) The bronchi are the two main branches of the trachea, which provide the passageway for air to the lungs.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) A transverse fracture breaks the shaft of a bone along its longitudinal axis.
B) A spiral fracture winds around a long bone.
C) A Colles fracture occurs at the distal end of the radius.
D) Correct.


jayhills49

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Reply 2 on: Jun 26, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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