Controlling the Flow of Blood in a Vein by Means

question 35

Multiple Choice

Controlling the flow of blood in a vein by means of compression is called:

• A) angiectasia.
• B) phlebostasis.
• C) vasoplasty.
• D) venosis.

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Definitions:

Rhomboideus Thoracis

A muscle of the back that helps in the retraction, rotation, and elevation of the scapula.

Fixative

A chemical used to preserve or stabilize biological tissues in a life-like state for microscopic examination or medical procedures.

Distilled Water

Water that has been purified by boiling and then condensing the steam back into a liquid to remove impurities and minerals.

Sternomastoid

A muscle in the side of the neck that acts to rotate the head to the opposite side or bend it to the same side.