A degenerative joint disease in which the articular cartilage is damaged and breaks down is known as:

A) osteoarthritis.
B) osteoporosis.
C) arthritis.
D) bursitis.


Answer: A

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The licensed practitioner orders propranolol 1 mg/kg/day in four divided doses for a 9-year-old child weighing 70.4 pounds. Available is propranolol oral solution that provides 4 mg /mL. The child should receive ________ mL per dose.

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

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