Which Statement About the McBurney Incision Is Most Correct

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the McBurney incision is most correct?

• A) It is an oblique inguinal incision in the left lower quadrant.
• B) It is the incision of choice to repair a direct inguinal hernia.
• C) It is an oblique inguinal incision in the right lower quadrant.
• D) The direction is more transverse than oblique.

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Definitions:

Epithelial Cells

Cells that line the surfaces of the body, including skin, blood vessels, organs, and cavities.

Stem Cells

Undifferentiated biological cells that can differentiate into specialized cells and divide to produce more stem cells.

Specialized Cell Types

Cells that have developed distinct physical and functional characteristics during growth, tailored to perform specific tasks within an organism.

Apex

The top or highest part of something, especially one forming a point.