Congenital Absence of Most of the Brain and Spinal Chord

question 68

Multiple Choice

Congenital absence of most of the brain and spinal chord is known as:

• A) preeclampsia.
• B) anencephaly.
• C) spina bifida.
• D) None of these are correct.

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Definitions:

Drainage Bag

A bag attached to medical devices (e.g., catheters) to collect bodily fluids for disposal.

Graduated Receptacle

A container marked with units of measurement used for accurately measuring liquids or other substances.

Health Care-associated Infection

An infection acquired by patients during the course of receiving treatment for other conditions within a healthcare setting.

Surgical Aseptic Technique

A set of specific practices and procedures performed under strictly controlled conditions with the aim of minimizing contamination by pathogens.