Bright Red Bleeding from the Rectum Is Referred to As

question 20

Multiple Choice

Bright red bleeding from the rectum is referred to as:

• A) melena.
• B) occult bleeding.
• C) hematochezia.
• D) hematemesis.

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Definitions:

Swab

A small piece of absorbent material on a stick or wire base, used to collect samples of substances from various parts of the body for testing or cleansing.

Hydrogen Peroxide

A chemical compound used as an oxidizer, bleaching agent, and antiseptic.