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appyboo

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A goiter is a shrinking of the thyroid gland caused by a tumor, lack of iodine in the diet, or an infection.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Which abbreviation is a test for worms in the stool?
 
  A) O&P
  B) LFTs
  C) UGI
  D) N&V


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

FALSE
Explanation: A goiter is an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland caused by a tumor, lack of iodine in the diet, or an infection.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct O&P stands for ova and parasites.
B) This stands for liver function tests.
C) This stands for upper gastrointestinal series.
D) This stands for nausea and vomiting.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Gracias!

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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