Jaundice

question 12

Multiple Choice

Jaundice:

• A) is a yellowish discoloration of the mucous membranes
• B) is also called icterus
• C) may be seen with liver disease
• D) may be seen in certain bleeding disorders
• E) all of the above

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Definitions:

Hypertension

A medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated, also known as high blood pressure.

Proper Functioning

The optimal operation or performance of systems, organs, or activities in any given entity or organism, leading to overall health and wellness.

Stroke

A medical condition characterized by the sudden loss of brain function due to a disruption in the blood supply to a part of the brain.

Heart Disease

A range of conditions affecting the heart, including coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and other heart-related disorders.