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Tirant22

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The spleen of a patient has ruptured. Because it is a solid organ, an OEC Technician recognizes that the primary threat to life is:
 
  a. blood loss.
  b. pain.
  c. infection.
  d. inflammation.

Question 2

An OEC Technician understands the major function of most organs in the abdomen when she makes which of the following statements?
 
  a. The major function of the organs in the abdominal cavity is digestion.
  b. The basic function of the abdominal organs is the storage of fat.
  c. The primary role of the organs in the abdominal cavity is the absorption of oxygen.
  d. The fundamental role of the organs in the abdomen is the cleansing and filtering of blood.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d



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