Which of the following is likely to develop when a leg is immobilized in a cast?

A) contracture
B) muscle hypertrophy
C) muscle atrophy
D) increased osteoblastic activity


Answer: C) muscle atrophy

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Which condition is associated with a paralysis of facial muscles on one side of the face that often disappears spontaneously after three to five weeks?

A. Tic douloureux B. Bell palsy C. Meningitis D. A stroke E. Aphasia

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The two-layered serous membrane around the heart is called the

What will be an ideal response?

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A _______ is a congenital anomaly that results in skin discoloration due to blood vessels that proliferate and form a benign tumor

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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