A condition that is characterized by a decrease in pituitary function caused by tumors, surgery, radiation, or head injury is called ________

A) Addison's disease B) Cushing's syndrome
C) hypopituitarism D) hyperpituitarism


C

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The life cycles of epidermal cells is about:

A) four weeks. B) two weeks. C) six weeks. D) none of the above.

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A medical assistant who can adapt to ________ and is continually learning will be in high demand. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The non-automated erythrocyte ________ rate (ESR) test measures the rate at which red blood cells settle to the bottom of a blood sample. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A 5-year-old is diagnosed with tinea corporis following development of lesions on the nonhairy parts of the face, trunk, and limbs. What is a common source of this condition?

a. Kitten b. Pet bird c. Hamster d. Horse

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