The part of the human body that forms its major barrier against infectious disease is

A. hair.
B. the mouth.
C. the lining of the lungs.
D. the skin.


Answer: D

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Several ethical concerns have been raised about online pharmacies that offer "prescription drugs without a prescription." Which of the following statements is NOT one of the ethical concerns about these types of online pharmacies

A) These pharmacies do not carry all types of drugs. B) These pharmacies are an easy source of drugs for addicts. C) Some of the drugs could come from foreign countries with poor quality control. D) The patient is not actually examined by a physician before being given a prescription.

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The third leading cause of death among people ages 15–24 is:

(a) unintentional injury (b) suicide (c) drug overdose (d) vehicle crashes

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Which of the following sets of nonallopathic treatments is covered by health insurance?

A. Ayurveda and homeopathy B. Acupuncture and chiropractic care C. Homeopathy and magnetic therapy D. Herbal medicine and massage therapy E. Ayurveda and magnetic therapy

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Scientific research focuses on how to apply the information learned within instruction or specialized area of study.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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