________ Means the Absence of Teeth

question 38

Multiple Choice

________ means the absence of teeth.

• A) Fundus
• B) Mesentery
• C) Obstruction
• D) Edentulism

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Definitions:

Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT)

A therapeutic technique using a vacuum dressing to promote healing in acute or chronic wounds by removing excess exudates and increasing blood flow.

Moist Environment

A setting with increased moisture levels, often required for wound healing and the growth of certain biological cultures.

Dehiscence

The reopening of a wound after it has been surgically closed, often due to incomplete healing or infection.

Malnutrition/Obesity

A condition that arises from inadequate or imbalanced nutritional intake, leading either to undernourishment or excessive weight gain due to accumulation of body fat.