The Term Pica Refers To

question 4

Multiple Choice

The term pica refers to:

• A) the consumption of nonfood substances such as clay.
• B) diffuse edema and degeneration of neurons in the brain.
• C) particulates in the respiratory tract.
• D) high levels of mercury in the blood.

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