The Impaction of a Gallstone in the Small Bowel Is

question 29

Multiple Choice

The impaction of a gallstone in the small bowel is referred to as

• A) cholelithiasis.
• B) gallstone ileus.
• C) obstructive jaundice.
• D) medical jaundice.

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that regulates many bodily functions, including hunger, thirst, and emotional responses.

Brain Structure

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Biopsychosocial Model

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Biomedical Model

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