Protrusion of All or Part of an Organ Through the Wall

question 69

Multiple Choice

Protrusion of all or part of an organ through the wall of a cavity that contains it is called:

• A) a hernia.
• B) dilatation.
• C) edema.
• D) emesis.

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Definitions:

Liquidated Debt

A fixed and settled debt amount that is acknowledged by both the debtor and the creditor.

Preexisting Duty

A legal principle that states a promise to do something that one is already legally obligated to do is not sufficient consideration for a new contract.

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A promise made by one party in exchange for the performance of a task or action by another party.

Past Consideration

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