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bcretired

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which of the following statements regarding corticosteroids is NOT true?
 
  a. Corticosteroids are secreted by the adrenal cortex.
  b. Corticosteroids are used to treat diabetes mellitus.
  c. Corticosteroids have strong anti-inflammatory actions.
  d. Corticosteroids may be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.

Question 2

Which of the following is an emergency condition that occurs when the placenta tears away from the uterine wall before birth?
 
  a. placenta previa
  b. atresia
  c. abruptio placentae
  d. fistula


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sarajane1989

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

b
Explanation:
a. Corticosteroids are secreted by the adrenal cortex: a true statement
b. Corticosteroids are used to treat diabetes mellitus: correct
c. Corticosteroids have strong anti-inflammatory actions: a true statement
d. Corticosteroids may be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis: a true statement

Answer to Question 2

c
Explanation:
a. placenta previa: the placenta does not tear
b. atresia: the placenta does not tear
c. abruptio placentae: correct
d. fistula: the placenta does not tear


bcretired

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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