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burchfield96

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The lid-like structure that seals off the entrance to the larynx during swallowing is called the ________.
 
  A) esophagus
  B) pharynx
  C) epiglottis
  D) trachea

Question 2

A Romberg's neuroma causes damage to the nerve around the metatarsophalangeal joint between the ball of the foot and the toes.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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ebonylittles

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

C
Explanation: A) The esophagus is not a lid-like structure.
B) The pharynx is not a lid-like structure.
C) Correct
D) The trachea is not a lid-like structure.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: This describes a Morton's neuroma; Romberg is a test.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
:D TYSM

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Gracias!

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