Define the terms sickle-cell trait and sickle-cell anemia
Sickle-cell trait is an asymptomatic condition in which the patient received the genetic trait from only one parent. Sickle-cell anemia occurs when a patient received the genetic trait from both parents and, therefore, develops an abnormal type of hemoglobin in the red blood cell, causing decreased oxygenation in the tissues.
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A) aerobic metabolism. B) glucose obtained from plasma. C) diffusion. D) oxygen while passing through capillaries.
Describe how to create a child's growth chart in the EHR
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Which organ produces bile to break down fats so they can be absorbed and used by the body?
a. Appendix b. Gallbladder c. Liver d. Pancreas
A medium-sized medical practice needs short term loans a few times per year when available cash is less than needed for operations. It can either take multiple single payment loans each year or arrange for a five-year line of credit. Discuss the pros and cons of those choices.
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