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tsand2

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on: Jun 27, 2018
When the intestine twists or rotates around itself because of a structural abnormality of the mesentery, this is malrotation of the intestine or ________.
 
  A) intussusception
  B) Crohn's disease
  C) appendicitis
  D) volvulus

Question 2

The medical term for mole is:
 
  A) verruca
  B) vesicle
  C) nevus
  D) comedo


brbarasa

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

D
Explanation: A) This does not describe intussusception.
B) This does not describe Crohn's disease.
C) This does not describe appendicitis.
D) Correct Volvulus is also known as volvulus.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: Nevus is a benign pigmented tumor.


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