In the previous section, Barrett is written both with and without the apostrophe /s/. Using the Book of Style as a reference, explain why both are correct.
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Q. 2) Research the term fistula. Give a definition, a list of types of fistulas, examples of where they can occur, and reasons for fistula formation.
Translate the following into layman's terms: Fistulas may cause pneumaturia, feculent vaginal discharge, or a cutaneous or myofascial infection in the abdomen or groin.
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Q. 3) Compare and contrast hematemesis, hematochezia, and melena. Explain how the color gives the investigator clues as to the location of the bleed. Why would a rapid GI transit time produce hematochezia?
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Q. 4) Look up the term splanchnic. How does it relate to viscus (pl viscera)? Describe in layman's terms the sentence, Octreotide can be used to reduce splanchnic blood flow.
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Q. 5) Why do you think the kidneys contain pressure sensors for monitoring blood pressure? Describe how renovascular disease and renal artery stenosis can lead to hypertension.
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Q. 6) The body has two main fluid spaces. What are these spaces and how do the electrolytes Na+ and K+ influence the flow of water into and out of these spaces?
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Q. 7) Decode the following words to the most likely medical term or phrase: Native-Spanish speaker
1. balgus
2. chortness of bret
Native-Indian speaker
3. tecal abces
4. wina cawa
Native-Chinese speaker
5. apastic anima
6. achiry tendon
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Q. 8) Using Google, perform an image search for Schatzki ring. Copy/paste into your notes both a diagram and an x-ray image of a Schatzki ring.
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Q. 9) Using the Book of Style, review the style guidelines for transcribing blade and suture sizes.
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Q. 10) Describe endogenous and exogenous insulin and give examples.
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