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lracut11

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An abnormal condition or complication that is caused by the original disease and remains after the original disease has resolved.
 
  A) remission
  B) sequela
  C) exacerbation
  D) relapse

Question 2

Which is a treatment option for hyperthyroidism?
 
  A) thymectomy
  B) vanillylmandelic acid
  C) radioactive sodium iodide 131 (I-131)
  D) a thyroid supplement drug



Mholman93

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Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) This does not describe a remission.
B) Correct
C) This does not describe an exacerbation.
D) This does not describe a relapse.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A) A thymectomy removes the thymus gland, not the thyroid gland.
B) This is a laboratory test, not a treatment option.
C) Correct Radioactive sodium iodide destroys some thyroid cells to relieve the excessive secretion of thyroid hormones.
D) A thyroid supplement drug corrects hypothyroidism, not hyperthyroidism.



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