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Q:

The term 'menarche' refers to

Answer

 


In Greek, the meaning of Menarche is Beginning.


 


Menarche is the first menstrual cycle, or first menstrual bleeding, in female humans. From both social and medical perspectives, it is often considered the central event of female puberty, as it signals the possibility of fertility.


 

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Which of the following statements is correct concerning hypnosis?

A) A hypnotized person is in an involuntary condition of suggestion. B) A person who is under hypnosis is really in control of his or her behavior.
C) The hypnotist is always in control. D) People will do things they would not ordinarily do when under hypnosis.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) A person who is under hypnosis is really in control of his or her behavior.

Explanation:
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Q:

Does a pap smear test for ovarian cancer?

A) TRUE B) FALSE
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) FALSE

Explanation:

The Pap test is effective in early detection of cervical cancer, but it isn't a test for ovarian cancer. Rarely, ovarian cancers are found through Pap tests, but usually they are at an advanced stage.


 


Hence, given statement is False.

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What is normal blood pressure for 50 year old woman?

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Generally, as we human beings get older have a slight rise in our blood pressure as a result of increase in the demand of oxygen and nutrients. Blood pressure is determined by the amount of blood pumped by the heart and how easily blood flows through arteries. 


Normal blood pressure is 120/80.


 


Normal blood pressure for 50 year old woman have a systolic pressure of, at a minimum, 116; average, 129, and at a maximum, 142. Her diastolic pressure should be 81, at a minimum; 85, average and 89, at a maximum.

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