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swpotter12

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on: Jun 27, 2018
What is an abnormal redness of the skin occurring over widespread areas of the body called?
 
  A) leukoderma
  B) erythroderma
  C) xeroderma
  D) xanthoderma

Question 2

The process of forcibly tearing off a part or structure of the body, such as a finger or toe, is:
 
  A) dehiscence.
  B) purpura.
  C) avulsion.
  D) eschar.


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Athena23

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) Leukoderma is whitish skin.
B) Correct.
C) Xeroderma is dry skin.
D) Xanthoderma is yellowness of the skin.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A) Dehiscence is a wound bursting open.
B) Purpura is a purplish discoloration of the skin.
C) Correct.
D) Eschar is a scab.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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