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Achondroplasia is the most common type of short-limb dwarfism, occurring in one in ________ children, with both sexes at equal risk.
 
  a. 25,000
  b. 52,000
  c. 75,000
  d. 100,000

Question 2

When giving injections to elderly patients, keep in mind that they may have ________ skin and smaller muscles. Use a smaller needle, and take care to NOT tear the skin or damage the muscle.
 
  a. rougher
  b. thicker
  c. thinner
  d. more elastic



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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

c



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