Which of the Following Is a Life-Threatening Condition That Occurs

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a life-threatening condition that occurs in the lower intestinal tract?

• A) Ulcerative colitis
• B) Gangrenous appendicitis
• C) Rotavirus
• D) Giardia lamblia
• E) Esophageal varices

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Definitions:

Congenital Disorders

Health conditions or physical abnormalities present from birth, often resulting from genetic factors or environmental influences during pregnancy.

Wasting Away

A condition characterized by the gradual decline of muscle mass and body weight, often due to chronic illness or malnutrition.

Abduction

The movement of a limb or other part away from the midline of the body or from another part.

Extremities

The terminal parts of the body—the arms, legs.