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mpobi80

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A 9-month-old was diagnosed with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI). This disease is caused by:
 
  a. uterine teratogens.
  b. a genetic defect.
  c. malnutrition.
  d. trauma.

Question 2

The most common cause of toxic myopathy is:
 
  a. infection.
  b. a tumor.
  c. alcoholism.
  d. osteoporosis.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
OI (brittle bone disease) is a spectrum of disease caused by genetic mutation in the gene that en-codes for type I collagen, the main component of bone and blood vessels.
OI (brittle bone disease) is not due to teratogens, malnutrition, or a fracture.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Alcohol remains the most common cause of toxic myopathy.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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:D TYSM

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