What is coprophagia and why is it important to the newborn cavy?
Coprophagia is consumption of fecal pellets. It is important to the neonate to help establish normal gut flora (healthy bacteria).
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The most common cause of cellular injury is oxygen deficiency, or:
a. ischemia. c. infarction. b. hypoxia. d. inflammation.
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Which of the following is (are) signs and symptoms associated with myasthenia gravis?
1. Double vision 2. Weakness of neck muscles 3. Drooping of eyelids 4. Difficulty speaking a. 2 b. 1, 3 c. 2, 3, 4 d. 1, 2, 3, 4
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Fissures on the lips caused by deficiency of riboflavin (vitamin B2 ) are collectively referred to as __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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________ The newborn's circulation begins to function immediately after birth
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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