For purposes of simplicity, the term colon is often used to refer to any of the components of the large intestine, save the rectum. A colectomy that involves removing the entire colon is called a total colectomy. If most of the colon is removed, the procedure is called a subtotal colectomy. When a segment of the colon is removed, it may be called a segmental colectomy, and it may be labeled a hemicolectomy to differentiate the right and left halves of the large intestine.
Translating military training into college credits. Many states want college students who served in Iraq and Afghanistan to get academic credit for their military training and experience. The challenge is figuring out how many credits that training and experience is worth. Post to Facebook.
Nurses in the military have the option to continue on to their postgraduate masterâs degrees with nearly 75% of their tuition fees paid for by the military. A masterâs degree in nursing is required to get promoted to the rank of major and higher.