The Purpose of Sigmoidoscopy Is to Detect the Presence of

question 13

Multiple Choice

The purpose of sigmoidoscopy is to detect the presence of

• A) lesions.
• B) inflammatory bowel disease.
• C) polyps.
• D) hemorrhoids.
• E) All of the above

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Definitions:

Homeostasis

The process by which living organisms regulate their internal environment to maintain stable, life-supporting conditions.

Constant Internal State

The concept of maintaining a stable, consistent internal environment in an organism, also known as homeostasis.

An Instinct

An innate, typically fixed pattern of behavior in animals in response to certain stimuli that is unlearned.

An Instinct

A fixed, innate pattern of behavior in animals in response to certain stimuli.