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skymedlock

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which of the following statements regarding anemia is NOT true?
 
  a. They are all inherited.
  b. It is a group of blood disorders.
  c. There may be a reduction in the number of red cells.
  d. The result of anemia is less oxygen being delivered to tissues.

Question 2

Glaucoma is a threat to vision because it involves a/an ________.
 
  A) buildup of protein molecules in the lens that gradually block light rays
  B) deterioration of the macula as abnormal blood vessels grow under it
  C) increase in intraocular pressure that gradually destroys peripheral vision
  D) inflammation of the optic nerve due to increased intracranial pressure


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gstein359

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

a
Explanation:
a. They are all inherited: correct
b. It is a group of blood disorders: a true statement
c. There may be a reduction in the number of red cells: a true statement
d. The result of anemia is less oxygen being delivered to tissues: a true statement

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A) This describes a cataract, not glaucoma.
B) This describes macular degeneration, not glaucoma.
C) Correct Increased intraocular pressure from blocked aqueous humor causes glaucoma.
D) This describes papilledema, not glaucoma.


skymedlock

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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