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sc00by25

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which of the following surgical positions is lying face up and on an incline with the head lower than the legs?
 
  A) Fowler
  B) lithotomy
  C) Trendelenburg
  D) lateral recumbent

Question 2

The process whereby normal cells have a distinct appearance and specialized function is:
 
  A) mitosis.
  B) fungating.
  C) dedifferentiation.
  D) differentiation.
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shaquita

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

C
Explanation: Trendelenburg is lying face up on an incline with head lower than legs. Fowler is sitting with the back positioned at a 45 angle. Lithotomy is lying face up with hips and knees bent at 90 angles. Lateral recumbent is lying either on the left or right side.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation:
A) Mitosis is cell reproduction.
B) A fungating lesion is one that is ulcerated with necrotic tissue.
C) Dedifferentiation occurs when mature cells fail to develop specialized functions.
D) Correct.


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