Hyperthyroidism is most commonly caused by the autoimmune disease called
A. Graves' disease.
B. Cushing's disease.
C. beriberi.
D. cretinism.
Answer: A
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A. Excessive thirst B. Fewer than normal red blood cells C. Craving for salty foods D. Less than normal need to urinate
Osteoporosis can be defined as:
a. bone fragility due to a loss of calcium and other minerals. b. degeneration of the liver. c. inflammation due to infection. d. abnormally high levels of blood glucose.
Fluid volume deficit may occur secondary to what complication of diverticulitis?
a. fistula b. hyponatremia c. projectile vomiting d. malabsorption syndrome
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A. Crohn's disease B. Parkinson's disease C. Addison's disease D. Lou Gehrig's disease E. Marfan's syndrome