In Which Procedure Are the Esophagus, Carotid Artery, and Trachea

question 13

Multiple Choice

In which procedure are the esophagus, carotid artery, and trachea retracted medially for access to the area of pathology?

• A) anterior cervical diskectomy and fusion
• B) fronto-temporal craniotomy for aneurysm
• C) placement of ventriculo-atrial shunt
• D) rhizotomy for intractable trigeminal neuralgia

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Definitions:

Encoding

The initial process of transforming information into a form that can be stored in memory.

Memory Process

The series of steps that information goes through to be encoded, stored, and retrieved in the brain, forming the basis of memory.

Memory System

The complex process by which information is encoded, stored, and retrieved in the brain, allowing individuals to retain and use past experiences.

Levels Of Processing Model

A theory of memory that suggests the depth of mental processing impacts the longevity and strength of the memory trace.