The Passage of Black Tarry Stools, Which Usually Indicates Upper

question 126

Multiple Choice

The passage of black tarry stools, which usually indicates upper GI bleeding, is called

• A)hematochezia
• B)hematemesis
• C)occult blood
• D)hemofecal
• E)melena

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