Raynaud's disease is best defined as which of the following?
a. localized abnormal dilation of a blood vessel
b. brain damage that results from decreased blood flow
c. condition caused by abnormal blood vessel spasms in the extremities, especiallyin response to cold temperatures
d. formation of a blood clot in a deep vein (most commonly in the leg or pelvis);
inflammation of a vein due to a blood clot
C
Raynaud's disease is best defined as a condition caused by abnormal blood vessel spasms in the extremities, especially in response to cold temperatures.
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