Radiation-Induced Abnormalities Are Caused by Unrepaired Damage To

question 24

Multiple Choice

Radiation-induced abnormalities are caused by unrepaired damage to:

• A)all stem cells in the body.
• B)DNA within ova or sperm.
• C)epithelial cells.
• D)somatic cells.

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Definitions:

Diastole

The phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle relaxes and allows the chambers to fill with blood.

Systole

The phase of the heartbeat where the heart muscle contracts and pumps blood from the chambers into the arteries.

Aortic Area

An anatomical region of the chest where the aorta is closest to the chest wall, often used in cardiovascular assessments.

Apical Pulse

The measurement of the heart rate at the apex of the heart, typically done through auscultation with a stethoscope placed on the chest.