A Disease That Causes an Abnormal Decrease in the Amount

question 184

Multiple Choice

A disease that causes an abnormal decrease in the amount of bone mass,the leading cause of fractures,is:

• A)osteoarthritis.
• B)arthritis.
• C)osteoporosis.
• D)orthopedist.

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Definitions:

Renal Failure

A condition where the kidneys lose the ability to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood.

Cystitis

An inflammation of the bladder, often caused by a bacterial infection.

Indwelling Urinary Catheter

A tube inserted into the bladder through the urethra to drain urine, remaining in place for extended periods.

Erythropoietin

A hormone produced by the kidneys that stimulates the production of red blood cells in response to falling levels of oxygen in the tissues.