The Correct Definition of Myxedema Is

question 65

Multiple Choice

The correct definition of myxedema is:

• A)hyposecretion of growth hormone during childhood, resulting in an abnormally small-sized adult.
• B)abnormal protrusion of the eyeballs.
• C)disorder caused by hypersecretion of glucocorticoids by the adrenal gland.
• D)advanced hypothyroidism that causes nonpitting edema in the connective tissue.

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Definitions:

Gamma Waves

A pattern of brain waves in the human brain with a frequency between 25 and 100 Hz, associated with perception and consciousness.

Delta Waves

Slow brain waves, typically associated with the deepest stages of sleep and relaxation.

Theta Waves

Low-frequency brain waves that are associated with states of drowsiness, creativity, and emotional experiences.

ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity.