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amal

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Due to incomplete ossification of bones, what type of fractures are common among young children?
 
  a. compound c. multiple
  b. greenstick d. open

Question 2

When a child is diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, genetic counseling is recommended for the caregivers and:
 
  a. all siblings, and siblings of both caregivers and their offspring
  b. female siblings only
  c. female siblings, maternal aunts, and their female offspring
  d. female siblings, paternal aunts, and their female offspring



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Answer to Question 1

B
Greenstick fractures are more common among young children because of the incomplete ossification of bones.

Answer to Question 2

C
Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a progressive, degenerative disease of the muscles that is passed from mother to son. Genetic counseling is recommended for the caregivers and female siblings, maternal aunts, and their female offspring.



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