Explain the significance of a ventricular septal defect?

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Ventricular septal defects are the most common congenital heart problems, affecting 0.12 percent of newborn infants. The opening between the left and right ventricles has a similar effect to a connection between the atria: When it beats, the more powerful left ventricle ejects blood into the right ventricle and pulmonary circuit. Pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary edema, and cardiac enlargement may result.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following hormones requires a releasing hormone from the hypothalamus

for its secretion? A) Prolactin B) Oxytocin C) Melatonin D) Antidiuretic hormone

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Which of the following sutures connects the two parietal bones?

A. Coronal B. Lambdoidal C. Squamousal D. Sagittal

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