Korsakoff syndrome is sometimes found among long-term, heavy users of alcohol and is characterized by
A) ?nonfunctional scar tissue on the liver.
B) ?confusion, disorientation, and memory impairment.
C) ?high blood pressure and rapid, irregular heartbeat.
D) ?excessive trembling, sweating, anxiety, and hallucinations.
B
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a. thalidomide b. tetracycline c. diethylstilbestrol (DES) d. progestin
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. one b. two c. three d. four
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