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Bob-Dole

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on: Jul 18, 2018
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a rare condition in which the subclavian vessels and the brachial plexus are compressed at the ___________.
 
  A. apex of the thorax B. suprasternal notch

Question 2

The reason an inhaled foreign material is more likely to enter the right lung is because the right bronchus is _____ than the left.
 
  A. larger B. straighter


stillxalice

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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


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