Chronic Illnesses

question 59

Multiple Choice

Chronic illnesses:

• A) occur when the four basic body fluids,called humors,are imbalanced.
• B) are most commonly treated by bloodletting,enemas,and baths.
• C) occur over a short period of time.
• D) last a long time and are usually irreversible.

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Definitions:

Cool Caps

In medical treatment, "Cool Caps" can refer to cooling caps used to prevent hair loss during chemotherapy by reducing scalp temperature.

Anoxia

A condition characterized by an absence of oxygen supply to an organ or tissue, which can lead to severe damage or death of cells.

Newborn

An infant who is within the first few weeks of life, especially before they are one month old.

Infant Hypertension

A condition where babies, generally from birth to 12 months old, have high blood pressure, which can require close monitoring.