The Extreme Form of This Disorder Is Called Myxedema in Adults

question 150

Multiple Choice

The extreme form of this disorder is called myxedema in adults and cretinism in children:

• A) hyperthyroidism
• B) hypothyroidism
• C) hyperparathyroidism
• D) hypoparathyroidism

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Definitions:

Wound Drainage

The flow of fluid, which can range from clear to pus-filled, from a wound, indicating the body's response to injury or infection.

Osmoreceptor Stimulation

Activation of specialized sensory receptors responsive to changes in osmotic pressure, primarily involved in body fluid balance.

Colloid Osmotic Pressure

The pressure exerted by plasma proteins on the capillary walls, which helps to maintain the balance of fluid between the vascular and interstitial spaces.

Dietary Fluids

Liquids that are consumed as part of a person's diet, crucial for maintaining hydration and supporting bodily functions.