Which Statement Is Representative of Atherosclerosis? ​

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which statement is representative of atherosclerosis? ​

• A)It can affect almost any organ in the body.
• B)It results in malabsorption.
• C)It can interfere with the secretion of digestive enzymes.
• D)It is rare in women.
• E)It is more of a venous than arterial disease.

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Definitions:

Adrenals

Glands located above the kidneys that produce hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which regulate stress response and other vital functions.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for producing hormones that regulate body temperature, hunger, moods, and the release of hormones from other glands.

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays an important role in motor control, and it may also be involved in some cognitive functions such as attention and language as well as in regulating fear and pleasure responses.

Hippocampus

A brain structure that is a central processor of memory, especially memory for locations.