What is bone densitometry and how is it performed?
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Bone densitometry is a radiologic procedure that measures the bone mineral density (BMD) to determine if demineralization from osteoporosis has occurred. The hip and spine bones give the most accurate results. There are two types of bone densitometry, one uses a CT scan and the other is a DEXA scan using two x-ray beams.
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1. Alcohol abuse is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. 2. Addiction to tobacco results from dependence on nicotine. 3. Electronic cigarettes contain tobacco. 4. Undiluted sidestream smoke contains higher concentrations of toxic compounds than mainstream smoke.
Chemicals produced within the brain as a reaction to severe pain or intense exercise are _______.
a. exogenous b. placebos c. endogenous d. endorphins
A severe form of senile dementia that may be due to a defect in the neurotransmitter system is called:
A) anorexia nervosa. B) myasthenia gravis. C) Alzheimer disease. D) multiple sclerosis.
The medical term for a blackhead is ________
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