Select the Term That Is Spelled Correctly and Give Its

question 98

Short Answer

Select the term that is spelled correctly and give its meaning.
-A. assites
B. ascites
A or B: _____meaning: __________

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Definitions:

Heartburn

A burning sensation in the chest, just behind the breastbone, often occurring after eating due to acid reflux.

Esophageal Sphincter

A muscular ring at the junction between the esophagus and stomach that controls the flow of food and prevents acid reflux.

Gastrointestinal Tract

The digestive tract stretching from the mouth to the anus, including all the organs involved in digestion and absorption of food.

Systolic Murmur

A heart sound that occurs during the systole phase of the cardiac cycle, often indicating an abnormality in blood flow or heart function.