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storky111

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A patient with paraplegia must exercise his muscles daily to prevent a reduction in muscle size and strength known as:
 
  A) atrophy
  B) ankylosis
  C) ataxia
  D) tenodynia

Question 2

________ are sensitive to dim light and are used for night vision.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


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

A
Explanation: The suffix -plegia means paralysis. An individual with paraplegia presents with muscle weakness; if not exercised, the muscles will lose mass, resulting in a- (without) trophy (development).

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
:D TYSM

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Wow, this really help

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