The rhythmic movement of the intestines is known as:

A. undulation
B. excretion
C. digestion
D. peristalsis

d
Rationale: Peristalsis is the rhythmic movement of the intestines. In neonates, this is irregular and may be slower than an-ticipated.

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For the statement "intestinal obstruction due to meconium in mucoviscidosis of newborn," the main term to reference in the ICD-10-CM Index to  Diseases and Injuries is _____.

A. intestinal or obstruction B. obstruction or meconium C. obstruction or mucoviscidosis D. mucoviscidosis, meconium or obstruction  

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