________ Are Swollen, Inflamed Veins in the Lower Rectum and Anus

question 114

Multiple Choice

________ are swollen, inflamed veins in the lower rectum and anus from pregnancy or straining with a bowl movement.

• A) Proctitis
• B) Proctalgia
• C) Phlebitis
• D) Hemorrhoids

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Definitions:

Perianal Skin

The skin surrounding the anal opening, sensitive to various conditions and essential to maintain for overall hygiene and health.

Circulatory Overload

A condition characterized by an excessive volume of circulating blood in the body, often due to transfusion or fluid administration, leading to symptoms such as high blood pressure, swelling, and shortness of breath.

Hypertonic Solution

A solution with a higher concentration of solutes compared to the fluid inside a cell, leading to water moving out of the cell.

Tap Water

Liquid water provided to homes and businesses through pipes and taps from a local water supply system.