Define an absence seizure

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An absence seizure (also known as a petit mal seizure) is characterized by the loss of awareness of one’s surroundings for a very brief period of time. A person experiencing an absence seizure may have a blank stare, twitch, or blink rapidly. This type of seizure, which most often occurs in children, may come and go without anyone realizing a seizure is occurring.

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A) TRICARE Standard. B) TRICARE Extra. C) TRICARE Prime. D) CHAMPVA.

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a. an insurance tracer. b. a letter or request. c. a follow-up letter. d. a reminder letter.

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Who has the lowest risk for developing osteoporosis?

A. Obese men B. Slender Asian women C. Caucasian women D. Obese African-American women

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Which of the following describes the debt incurred by the average physician upon completion of his or her training, not including undergraduate education?

A. The average physician is over $50,000 in debt. B. The average physician is over $150,000 in debt. C. The average physician is over $100,000 in debt. D. The average physician is over $250,000 in debt.

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