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LCritchfi

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The mediastinum is in a cavity surrounded by the pelvic bones and bones of the spine.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

A patient presents to the clinic complaining of bloating, abdominal discomfort, and irregular bowel movements.
 
  His doctor thinks he might have a chronic disease characterized by peri-odic disturbances of large-bowel function without clear physical damage. The name for this disease is:
   A. diverticulosis
   B. irritable bowel syndrome
   C. appendicitis
   D. intussusception


mcinincha279

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: The mediastinum is located in the thoracic cavity.

Answer to Question 2

B


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