The disease that can be caused by a lack of calcium, magnesium, and vitamin D in the diet is called:

A. diabetes.
B. hypertension.
C. osteoporosis.
D. atherosclerosis.


Answer: C

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After taking a message regarding a patient's care, the administrative medical assistant should obtain the ________.

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