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gonzo233

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on: Jun 25, 2018
If an endocrine gland begins to hypersecrete, it usually causes which result?
 
  a. Hyperplasia
  b. Activation of the inflammatory process
  c. An allergic response
  d. An autoimmune response

Question 2

The nurse explains that the diagnosis of morbidly obese is reserved for people who exceed which percentage of their recommended weight?
 
  a. 50
  b. 70
  c. 90
  d. 100


Ksh22

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Hyperplasia (increased cellular growth) is the usual cause of hypersecretion of an endocrine gland.

Answer to Question 2

D
Those people who weigh 100 over their recommended weight are considered morbidly obese.


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