Colon Polyps____

question 59

Multiple Choice

Colon polyps____.

• A) are mostly benign but some may become cancerous
• B) are difficult to cure
• C) are small growths that project from the wall of the small intestine
• D) are responsible for 500,000 deaths in the United States every year
• E) are usually benign but may become cancerous and are responsible for 500,000 deaths in the United States every year

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Definitions:

Antihypertensive

A medication or other therapy that lowers high blood pressure, also called hypertension.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, a critical parameter in assessing cardiovascular health.

Parasympathetic Nerve

Part of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy as it slows the heart rate, increases intestinal and gland activity, and relaxes sphincter muscles.

Nonpharmacologic

Pertaining to methods of treatment that do not involve the use of drugs or medications.