A condition due to hypothyroidism in young children in which the child is mentally retarded and does not grow to normal stature is known as ___________.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Ans: Cretinism

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A condition of reduced bone mineral density that predisposes the individual to fractures is called ___________________. ________________________________________

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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White blood cells function in blood clotting.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The involuntary control of breathing originates in the:

A) diencephalon. B) hypothalamus. C) cerebral cortex. D) pons and medulla.

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What acts as a pacemaker, initiating the heartbeat?

A. Nerves B. SA node C. AV node D. Brain

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