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geoffrey · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

All of the following are TRUE about Lyme disease EXCEPT ________.

A) it is caused by a bacterium
B) it is contracted through the bite of an infected deer tick
C) there is an erythematous rash (bull's-eye rash)
D) it causes the patient's own antibodies to attack cartilage and connective tissues

Question 2

Which hormone is associated with the wake-sleep cycle?

A) epinephrine
B) melatonin
C) thyroid hormone
D) testosterone

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

Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: A) This is a true statement.
B) This is a true statement.
C) This is a true statement.
D) Correct This is true of rheumatoid arthritis, not Lyme disease.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: A) Epinephrine is associated with the fight-or-flight response, not the wake-sleep cycle.
B) Correct Melatonin from the pineal gland is associated with the wake-sleep cycle.
C) Thyroid hormone is associated with body metabolism, not the wake-sleep cycle.
D) Testosterone is associated with the male sexual characteristics, not the wake-sleep cycle.