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swpotter12

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A protrusion of a loop of the small intestine through the abdominal wall in the groin region is a(n):
 
  A. hiatal hernia
  B. inguinal hernia
  C. strangulated hernia
  D. umbilical hernia

Question 2

When the abbreviation Hx appears in a patient's medical record, it stands for ________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



meltdown117

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

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