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lb_gilbert

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Which of the following blood disorders is a result of a hereditary factor that causes the patient to have clumping in the blood vessels, impairing circulation?
 a. Iron deficiency anemia
  b. Lymphedema
  c. Hodgkin disease
  d. Sickle cell anemia

Question 2

Hepatitis is transmitted only by a virus.
 a. True
  b. False
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

False
RATIONALE: Hepatitis can be transmitted by other means such as heavy alcohol use, drug use, toxins, and bacteria.



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