Perforation of the Esophagus May Be a Complication of All

question 73

Multiple Choice

Perforation of the esophagus may be a complication of all of the following except

• A) neoplasm
• B) instrumentation
• C) peptic ulcer
• D) hiatal hernia

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Definitions:

Regression Equation

A mathematical formula used to predict the value of a dependent variable based on one or more independent variables.

Predicted Value

The value estimated using a model or equation based on independent variables, in the context of regression analysis.

Independent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is manipulated or changed to observe its effects on the dependent variable.

Slope

The measure of the steepness or inclination of a line, represented as the ratio of vertical change to horizontal change between two points.