Describe the four stages of syphilis

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1. Primary syphilis: characterized by the appearance of a chancre at the infection site.
2. Secondary syphilis: characterized by a rash or white patches on skin or mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, or genitals
3. Latent syphilis: characterized by lesions called gummas.
4. Tertiary/late syphilis: indications include heart and CNS damage, blindness, deafness, paralysis, premature senility, and ultimately dementia.

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Turner's syndrome results from the presence of _____

A) only one X chromosome B) only one Y chromosome C) two X chromosomes D) two Y chromosomes

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Which of the following is not correctly matched?

a. red cells–transporting oxygen b. leukocytes–protect the body from invasion c. plasma–tissue repair d. platelets–control bleeding

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The leading cause of death in 15-24 year olds in the U.S. is

A) heart disease. B) accidents/unintentional injuries. C) cancer. D) suicide.

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Anatomically, the nervous system can be divided into two main parts

A. afferent and efferent. B. central nervous system and peripheral nervous system. C. sympathetic and parasympathetic. D. sensory and motor.

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