7.
Mumps is best described as a viral infection of the:
a. Salivary glands.
b. Liver.
c.
Esophagus.
d. Ileum.
8.
Appendicitis is best described as:
a. An inflammation of the veriform appendix typically caused by an obstruction.
b. An inflammation of the liver characterized by degeneration and necrosis of the
cells with fatty deposits.
c.
An inflammation of the colon which sometimes results In diarrhea.
d. An inflammation of the small intestines due to an Infection usually caused by
a gallstone.
9.
Ascites is:
a. An inflammation of the gallbladder due to infection that is usually
precipitated by a gallstone.
b. An inflammation of the colon that usually results in diarrhea.
c.
A condition in which there is malabsorption of nutrients from the small
intestine.
d. Edema or the presence of fluid in the peritoneal cavity.
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