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fagboi

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on: Jun 27, 2018
In which of the following is the surface of the cornea curved more steeply on one side than on the other?
 
  A) hyperopia
  B) myopia
  C) astigmatism
  D) amblyopia

Question 2

Any inflammation of the skin is known as ________.
 
  A) a lesion
  B) edema
  C) infection
  D) dermatitis


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

C
Explanation: A) This does not describe hyperopia (farsightedness).
B) This does not describe myopia (nearsightedness).
C) Correct
D) This does not describe amblyopia (lazy eye).

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) A lesion does not always involve inflammation.
B) Edema is swelling in the tissues, not inflammation.
C) Inflammation does not always include an infection.
D) Correct Dermat/o- means skin and -itis means inflammation of.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018
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