Each of the Following Statements About Preventing Physical Disabilities Is

question 10

Multiple Choice

Each of the following statements about preventing physical disabilities is true EXCEPT

• A)Many or most physical disabilities are preventable.
• B)Reducing the number of teen pregnancies would reduce the number of physical disabilities.
• C)Reducing the number of childhood vaccinations has reduced the number of cases of autism.
• D)Children with disabilities are at a greater risk for abuse than are those without disabilities.

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Definitions:

Epiglottis

A flap of cartilage at the root of the tongue, which is depressed during swallowing to cover the opening of the windpipe.

Uvula

A small fleshy extension at the back of the soft palate which hangs above the throat and plays a role in speech and swallowing.

Upper Esophageal Sphincter

The muscular ring located at the top of the esophagus that controls the passage of food into the esophagus from the throat.

Pharyngeal Phase

A phase in the swallowing process where the bolus is moved from the mouth to the esophagus involving the contraction of pharyngeal muscles.