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Pea0909berry

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A category of disease caused by progressive destruction of cells due to disease or the aging process.
 
  A) idiopathic
  B) iatrogenic
  C) degenerative
  D) environmental

Question 2

Otoscopy is a procedure that evaluates tympanic membrane elasticity by measuring its movement.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) Idiopathic disease does not have an identified cause.
B) Iatrogenic disease is caused by the physician or treatment.
C) Correct
D) Environmental disease is caused by something in the environment.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE





 

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