Birth Defects Can Result from Genetic or Environmental Causes

question 46

True/False

Birth defects can result from genetic or environmental causes.

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Definitions:

Crutch Gaits

Different methods of walking that individuals use when assisted by crutches, depending on their strength, balance, and the extent of their injury or disability.

Leg Paralysis

A loss of muscle function in the leg, rendering the individual unable to move or feel sensation in the affected limb.

Musculoskeletal Disorders

A range of conditions affecting the muscles, bones, and joints, often leading to pain, discomfort, and disability.

Skeletal Traction

A type of medical treatment where force is applied to a bone to correct its position or to allow it to heal properly.