A Joint with Flattened or Slightly Curved Articulating Surfaces Is

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Multiple Choice

A joint with flattened or slightly curved articulating surfaces is called a ________ joint.

• A) hinge
• B) saddle
• C) gliding
• D) pivot
• E) condylar

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Definitions:

Ventilator Patients

Individuals who require mechanical assistance to breathe, often through the use of a machine called a ventilator.

Chest Tube

A medical device inserted into the thoracic cavity to remove air, fluids, or pus, often used to treat conditions like pneumothorax or pleural effusion.

Water Seal Chamber

A component of a chest drainage system that prevents air from re-entering the chest cavity while allowing gas and fluid to exit.

Oral Airway

A medical device used to keep the patient's airway open and unobstructed, typically used in emergency situations and during anesthesia.