The Spleen Has a Relatively Thin Outer Capsule and Can

question 58

Multiple Choice

The spleen has a relatively thin outer capsule and can actually burst due to a blow to the abdomen.A person whose spleen has burst

• A)cannot survive.
• B)cannot synthesize red blood cells.
• C)cannot synthesize white blood cells.
• D)may need antibiotic therapy.
• E)may need blood transfusions to prevent anemia.

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Definitions:

Metaphor

A descriptive type of analogy, frequently found in literature.

Necessarily Follows

A logical condition where the conclusion is an inevitable result of the premises; if the premises are true, then the conclusion cannot be false.

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A method of reasoning in which the premises are viewed as supplying strong evidence for the truth of the conclusion.

Harmful Outcomes

Negative results or consequences that arise from a particular action or set of circumstances.