An unfavorable response to prescribed medical treatment, such as severe burns resulting from radiation therapy, is known as a/an ___ illness.

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Ans: iatrogenic

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A glucose tolerance test is often used for the initial diagnosis of diabetes mellitus

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Hyperventilation can cause an acid/base imbalance that in turn causes carpopedal spasm of the hands

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Paranoia: __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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