Choose the best definition for hemorrhagic stroke.
A. A loss of brain function caused by interruption of blood flow to the brain due to a hematoma.
B. A temporary loss of brain function caused by the interruption of blood flow to the brain due to the rupture of a blood vessel that usually resolves within 24 hours.
C. A loss of brain function caused by the interruption of blood flow to the brain due to the rupture of a blood vessel.
D. A loss of brain function caused by the interruption of blood flow to the brain due to blockage.
Answer: C
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A. "My skin peels because the cells underneath are damaged and don't replace themselves fast enough to maintain a protective barrier." B. "I traveled to Argentina and soaked in a hot spring—it was wonderful and did help my skin." C. "I've used topical steroids and antihistamine creams, but they haven't helped much lately." D. "The doctor said if the anthralin (Psoriatec) cream doesn't help I may need to take methotrexate." E. "I keep hoping the doctor will find the medication that cures this so it will go away for good."
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A) alimentary B) gut C) tracheal D) gastrointestinal
The vertebral column has 32 pairs of spinal nerves.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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A) low blood pressure. B) heart disease. C) chest inflammation. D) the silent killer.