What Percentage of Missed Workdays Are Due to a Medical

question 74

Multiple Choice

What percentage of missed workdays are due to a medical condition caused by musculoskeletal problems?

• A) More than one-quarter
• B) More than one-third
• C) More than half
• D) More than two-thirds

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Definitions:

Hemorrhoids

Swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum and anus that cause discomfort and bleeding.

Pregnant Women

Females who are in the state of carrying a developing fetus within their body.

Sphincter Control

The ability to regulate the muscles that close the openings of the bladder and rectum, which are crucial for continence.

Peristalsis

The involuntary constriction and relaxation of muscles in the gastrointestinal tract that enables the movement of food through the system.