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NClaborn

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What term is used to describe an abnormal anteroposterior curvature of the spine?
 
  a. Scoliosis
  b. Pectus excavatum
  c. Kyphosis
  d. Pectus carinatum

Question 2

What disease is associated with a barrel chest?
 
  a. Emphysema
  b. Heart failure
  c. Pneumonia
  d. Pleural effusions


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Brenm

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Kyphosis is a spinal deformity in which the spine has an abnormal anteroposterior curvature.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
This abnormal increase in anteroposterior diameter is called barrel chest and is associated with emphysema.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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