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Tectospinal
From the tectum mesencephali to the spinal cord.
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Technology-enabled active learning
A means of enhancing the educational experience of students by including computer-assisted interactive media with more traditional lectures, group assignments, problem-solving sessions, and readings.
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Wavefront technology
A three-dimensional mapping system that measures the irregularities of an optical system (e.g., the human eye or a telescope lens); used in ophthalmology to detect refractive aberrations. Parallel light rays are directed toward the eye. If there are no aberrations, the returning light rays remain parallel. Any deviation indicates a defect that can alter the…
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Assistive technology
A device or adaptation that enables or assists persons with disabilities to perform everyday tasks of living. Assistive technologies are categorized by rehabilitation personnel as high technology or low technology, with the former including devices that use microprocessors. An example of a high-technology device is an environmental control unit or robotic aid. An example of…
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Paralleling technique
A dental radiographic technique that requires placement of the film parallel to the teeth and positioning of the central ray perpendicular to the teeth. The orientation of the film, teeth, and central ray produces a radiograph with minimal geometric distortion. Also called right-angle or long-cone technique.
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Minimal leak technique
A method of determining the appropriate cuff inflation volume on endotracheal tubes. Excessive cuff inflation volume may lead to necrosis of the trachea, and excessive leaking may render oxygenation and ventilation ineffective or allow aspiration of large particles from the oral cavity.
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Forced expiration technique
A type of cough that facilitates clearance of bronchial secretions while reducing the risk of bronchiolar collapse. One or two expirations are forced from average to low lung volume with an open glottis. A period of diaphragmatic breathing and relaxation follows.
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Enzyme-multiplied immunoassay technique
An enzyme immunoassay based on a mixture of analyte and enzyme substrate such that no immobile phase is necessary.
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Compensatory technique
The use of modified procedures or assistive devices to enable the successful performance of tasks by persons with a disability.
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Bisecting angle technique
A dental radiographic technique that requires (1) placement of the film as close as possible to the teeth, causing the film to rest against the crown; (2) visualization of a bisector, which bisects the angle formed by the long axis of the teeth and the film; and (3) positioning of the central ray perpendicular to…
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