What is the name of bony protuberances that may arise on the palate and lingual surfaces of the mandible of some patients?
What will be an ideal response?
Tori. The torus palatinus is an outgrowth of bone along the midline of the hard palate. The torus mandibularis is an outgrowth of bone along the lingual surface of the mandible in the canine-premolar area.
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When performing chest compressions for children, perform at least:
A. 50 compressions per minute. B. 75 compressions per minute. C. 100 compressions per minute. D. 150 compressions per minute.
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