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bobthebuilder

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Which part is the most superior part of the brainstem and keeps the mind conscious?
 
  A) cerebellum
  B) occipital lobe
  C) midbrain
  D) medulla oblongata

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Which is a complication associated with diabetes mellitus in which the by-product of incomplete fat metabolism builds up in the patient's blood?
 
  A) ketoacidosis
  B) hyperaldosteronism
  C) myxedema
  D) hyperglycemia


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

C
Explanation: A) The cerebellum is not involved in consciousness.
B) This is part of the cerebrum, not the brainstem.
C) Correct
D) The medulla oblongata is part of the brainstem, but does not keep the mind conscious.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct The diabetic cannot metabolize glucose so uses fat for energy. This creates the by-product ketones, which are acids.
B) Aldosterone is secreted by the cortex of the adrenal gland and is not related to diabetes mellitus.
C) Myxedema is a severe form of hypothyroidism in adults. It is not related to diabetes mellitus.
D) This is a high level of glucose in the blood. This is a symptom of diabetes mellitus, but is not related to fat metabolism.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018
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