Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True About the Abbreviation

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true about the abbreviation LAD?

• A) It breaks into lymph (lymph) + adeno (gland) + pathy (disease).
• B) It is caused by an abnormal accumulation of lymph, usually in the extremities.
• C) It is used to refer to noticeably swollen lymph nodes, especially in the neck.
• D) It means any disease of a lymph gland (node).
• E) It stands for lymphadenopathy.

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Definitions:

Scientific Theory

In science, a widely accepted explanation supported by a large body of observations and experiments. A scientific theory relates facts that appear unrelated; it predicts new facts and suggests new relationships. Compare with hypothesis.

Unchangeable

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Hypotheses

Proposed explanations for a phenomenon, made as a starting point for further investigation.

Observations

The act of noting and recording something with instruments or the senses as a part of scientific research or empirical study.