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mia

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Which condition is a bacterial upper respiratory infection characterized by the formation of a thick, membranous film across the throat?
 
  a. diphtheria
  b. pertussis
  c. croup
  d. epistaxis

Question 2

In total parenteral nutrition, the nutrients are given into the:
 
  a. esophagus
  b. bloodstream
  c. stomach
  d. duodenum


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

a
Explanation:
a. diphtheria: correct
b. pertussis: is another term for whooping cough
c. croup: is characterized by a barking cough
d. epistaxis: is another term for nosebleed

Answer to Question 2

b
Explanation:
a. esophagus: in total parenteral nutrition, the nutrients are given into the bloodstream
b. bloodstream: correct
c. stomach: in total parenteral nutrition, the nutrients are given into the bloodstream
d. duodenum: in total parenteral nutrition, the nutrients are given into the bloodstream


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mia

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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thank you


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Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018
No problemo


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