Which of the following terms refers to paleness of the skin such as seen in patients with shock or anemia?
a) hirsutism
b) pallor
c) jaundice
d) androgenic alopecia
e) erythema
Answer: b
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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