Curative Describes Research Designed To

question 5

Multiple Choice

Curative describes research designed to:

• A) identify a disease definitively.
• B) decrease the symptoms/severity of a disease.
• C) keep a disease from occurring.
• D) eliminate a disease.

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Definitions:

Mandibular

Relating to the mandible, or lower jawbone.

Tumor Necrosis Factor

A cell signaling protein (cytokine) involved in systemic inflammation and stimulation of the acute phase reaction, which plays a role in the immune system's response to cancer and infection.

Abbreviation

A contracted form of words used for brevity in writing and presentations.

Ligament

A band of tough, fibrous tissue connecting bones or cartilages, supporting and strengthening joints.