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What is the difference between a full prosthetic and a partial prosthetic?

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A full prosthesis is used for a woman who has had a mastectomy without having reconstructive surgery. A partial prosthetic is used for women who have had a lumpectomy, some breast reconstructive surgery, breast abnormalities or breast implant expansion.
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What's the difference between partial and complete feeds?

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The SSE spec differentiates between partial and complete feeds in order to improve communication efficiency. Consider the typical sync conversation between two endpoints: after the initial exchange of feed data between the two endpoints, each endpoint has a complete feed representing the full data set. Successive sync operations between the two endpoints would be more efficient if each endpoint had a way to only send the changed data to the other side. This is the role of partial feeds.
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What is a prosthetic graft?

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More than 60% of patients who receive long-term hemodialysis have implanted prosthetic grafts. These grafts are made of a soft tube that joins an artery and vein under the skin.
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What's the difference between a "bridge" and a "partial denture"?

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Both bridges and partial dentures replace missing teeth. A bridge is permanently attached to abutment teeth or in some cases implants. A partial denture is attached by clasps to the teeth and is easily removed by the patient. Patients are usually more satisfied with bridges than with partial dentures.
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What is the difference between a partial break and a full break?

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A partial break occurs when the wire is not completely broken, giving a weak signal through the wire. A full break will not allow the signal to be transmitted through the wire.
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What is the difference between a Partial and a Full Member?

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A Full Member has full voting rights in the organization and begins accruing seniority on their first vending day. A Full Member is placed on the regular vending schedule before the season begins. A Partial Member can vend for up to three days during the season and is not placed on the regular vending schedule. They need to follow the Roll Call system as outlined in the BFM Handbook. A Partial Member does not accrue seniority.
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What is the difference between the full and partial purchase?

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A Full Assignment is just that -- all right, title and interest to the payments and escrow are assigned for the maximum amount of cash now. A Partial Assignment is much different. With a “partial”, you sell the front portion of your escrow for a lump sum of cash now. The benefit here is you enjoy cash today, but you still own a lot of equity in the back escrow.
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What is the difference between partial and full insurance?

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Full and Partial Insurance have the same coverage; what makes them different is your maximum liability in case of an accident, theft, etc. That liability is set by the warranty deposit.
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What is a partial abdominoplasty?

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Otherwise known as a mini tummy tuck, partial abdominoplasty is another form of the conventional tummy tuck. The surgery has a smaller cut and the cut around the belly button is not necessary.
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When are partial applications due?

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All proposals and partial grant applications are due by August 23, 2007 (Midnight local time). All applications must be submitted through the EPA Grants Website.
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What is a partial application? Where can I find out about it?

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A partial grant application consists of the SF-424 (application for federal assistance) and the SF-424A (budget information). These forms are available on the Grants Management Forms Web site . These should be submitted with the proposals.
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What is the difference between partial and general seizures?

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The distinction between "partial" and "generalized" seizures is the most important feature of the new classifcation system. If the excessive electrical discharge in the brain is limited to one area, the seizure is partial. If the whole brain is involved, it is generalized. In all, there are over 30 different seizure types. Therefore, the new classification format subdivides the partial and generalized Epilepsies into a number of different categories.
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What is the difference between a partial and full redemption?

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A partial redemption is when an account owner redeems a portion of the security. The amount requested includes principal, as well as a proportionate amount of interest. The account owner must redeem at least $25.00, and may not leave less than $25.00 as the remainder of the held security. A full redemption includes both the principal and the total interest earned. Yes. You must leave no less than $25.00 in redemption value as the remainder of the held security when making a partial redemption.
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What prosthetic hip replacement materials are you using?

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Dr. Chaplan use several different types and sizes of prosthetic devices based on the patient's need. Various metal on metal, metal on plastic, ceramic on plastic, or ceramic on ceramic bearing surface implants are available.
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When will I get a prosthetic eye?

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Patients can usually have a temporary prosthesis (that looks like an eye) within 10 days of enucleation surgery. Besides the swelling and the "black-eye," you will look fairly normal. After a final prosthetic fitting 90% of Dr. Finger's patients are happy with the way they look, and 80% say others can???t even tell they are monocular. Read the book "A Singular View" by Frank Brady. It will help in your transition. This book was written by an airplane pilot who lost one eye.
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What is the difference between Full, Temporary, Partial, Limited, or Testamentary Guardianship?

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A full guardian is one appointed to have total decision-making responsibilities for medical, housing, services, legal, and if a separate conservator has not been appointed, financial areas. A temporary guardian is one appointed in an emergency situation for an immediate or time-limited period. An example would be an emergency appointment for an immediate life threatening medical decision or a six-month period to assist with a specific decision.
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What is the difference between a partial denture and a complete denture?

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The term 'partial denture' usually refers to a removable prosthesis (RPD) that replaces several teeth in an arch, upper or lower, but not all of the teeth. This can be an acrylic prosthesis with denture teeth, or it can have a metal framework that has clasps or attachments connecting it to some teeth. The term 'complete denture' refers to a prosthesis that replaces all teeth in an arch, upper or lower.
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What is the difference between total and partial immersion thermometers?

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Total immersion thermometers are designed to indicate temperatures correctly when just that portion of the thermometer containing the liquid is exposed to the temperature being measured. For example, if a bath temperature is 50°C, the thermometer would need to be immersed to the 50°C line, and then pulled out approximately 3/4" to attach a scope or to read by eye.
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What is the difference between partial dentures and a complete denture?

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If you are missing all of your natural teeth, a complete denture is an effective solution that can help restore tooth function and improve your appearance. Held in place against the gums by suction or denture adhesives, conventional full dentures are easily removable by the patient. Partial dentures, on the other hand, may be used when a patient is missing one or more teeth. Partial dentures are held in place by metal clasps, and are also easily removable by the patient.
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What is the difference between a PURL, a domain, and a partial redirect?

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A partial redirect is a special-purpose PURL that acts like a domain. A regular domain has no associated URL. While a partial redirect has a URL associated with it, that URL is not guaranteed (or even expected) to reference an actual resource. The URL associated with a partial redirect may only be a prefix common to the complete URLs of multiple resources. In contrast, the URL associated with a PURL is expected to reference a single actual resource.
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What's the difference between inpatient, residential and partial hospitalization?

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There are four primary levels of care for people with mental illness or chemical dependency. The first three levels - inpatient hospitalization, residential treatment and partial hospitalization - are available at Rogers Memorial Hospital. Inpatient Hospitalization:This intensive level of treatment requires 24-hour care in a secure (locked) unit of the hospital.
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What is the difference between a plastic partial denture and one that contains metal?

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Plastic partial dentures are less expensive to make. But unless they are designed very carefully they can damage the teeth they fit against. Metal partial dentures are usually lighter to wear and can be supported by the remaining teeth. Although the base is metal, they have gum-coloured plastic and natural-looking teeth fixed to them.
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IS THERE A DIFFERENCE IN SUPPORT BETWEEN A FULL BAND BRA AND A PARTIAL BAND BRA?

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Not really. For some women with that "shelf" right below their breasts, a full band, even a short one, may be too long and cause the band to roll up or under. How much support is it giving if it is rolling? A correctly fitting partial band is every bit as supportive as a correctly fitting full band bra. A partial band bra always has underwires, where a full band may or may not.
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What is permanent partial disability?

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Total loss or partial loss of use of a member of the body or inability to earn the same wages in any employment as earned at the time of injury.
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Who determines permanent partial disability?

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The Commission, based on the impairment ratings of physicians or evidence of consideration of wage earning capacity.
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How do you wear a removable partial denture?

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A partial denture is composed of replacement teeth attached to gum-colored bases. Designed to fit perfectly into the spaces where teeth are missing, a partial denture affixes to your remaining natural teeth for a seamless appearance. Dr. Wooten may recommend you have crowns on your remaining teeth for a more comfortable fit and natural appearance.
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Will it be difficult to eat with a partial denture?

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Replacing missing teeth should make eating a more pleasant experience. Start out by eating soft foods that are cut into small pieces. Chew on both sides of the mouth to keep even pressure on the denture. Avoid foods that are extremely sticky or hard. You may want to avoid chewing gum while you adjust to the denture.
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How should we list partial months?

The form allows less than one month to be entered. Validations in December 2005 caused an error for months less than one. The workaround then was to round the time to the nearest 1 and include the details in the budget justification. However, that will be fixed in time for the April 1, 2006 submissions.
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