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joblessjake · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which type of anemia results from the excessive loss of erythrocytes?

A) pernicious anemia
B) iron-deficiency anemia
C) hemolytic anemia
D) thalassemia

Question 2

A test that compares bone conduction to air conduction of sound is:

A) pure tone audiometry.
B) tympanometry.
C) Rinne test.
D) otoscopy.

CAPTAINAMERICA · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: Hemolytic anemia results from an excessive loss of erythrocytes. Pernicious anemia is a result of a lack of vitamin B12. Iron-deficiency anemia is a result of insufficient iron. Thalassemia is a genetic disorder where the body doesn't make enough hemoglobin, resulting in anemia.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation:
A) Pure tone audiometry uses tones of various frequencies.
B) Tympanometry tests middle ear pressure and movement of the eardrum.
C) Correct.
D) Otoscopy is a visual exam of the external ear.