Maher and Maher Proposed That the Real Purpose of Trephination

question 18

Multiple Choice

Maher and Maher proposed that the real purpose of trephination during the Stone Age was to:

• A) relieve migraines
• B) promote blood circulation in the limbs
• C) to bring people closer to a higher power
• D) to remove blood clots caused by blows to the head
• E) promote greater blood flow to the brain

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Definitions:

Colostomy

A surgical procedure that creates an opening (stoma) from the colon to the surface of the abdomen to eliminate waste.

Peristalsis

The involuntary contractions and relaxations of the muscles in the digestive tract, which move contents through the system.

Jejunum

The middle section of the small intestine between the duodenum and ileum, where most of the nutrients from food are absorbed.

Duodenum

The first section of the small intestine immediately beyond the stomach, responsible for the initial phase of digestion.