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sarasara

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The loss of muscle bulk in one or more muscles is known as ________.
 
  A) an avulsion
  B) hypertrophy
  C) atrophy
  D) a contracture

Question 2

An injury to the skin that causes discoloration and swelling without breaking the skin surface is known as a:
 
  A. contusion
  B. laceration
  C. fissure
  D. vesicle



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Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) An avulsion is not the loss of muscle bulk.
B) Hypertrophy is an increase, not a loss, of muscle bulk.
C) Correct
D) A contracture is not the loss of muscle bulk.

Answer to Question 2

A



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