The nurse tells the student that which disorders are related to the presence of free radicals? (Select all that apply.)
a. Cancer
b. Cataracts
c. Glaucoma
d. Arthritis
e. Liver disease
ANS: A, B, D
Free radicals are naturally occurring chemicals that can cause cellular damage. They are implicated in such diseases as cancer, cataracts, and arthritis. They are not implicated as a causative factor in glaucoma and liver disease.
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