5-7Use This Case to Answer the Following Questions

question 18

Multiple Choice

5-7.Use this case to answer the following questions.A 55-year-old male consulted his physician because of weakness,lightheadedness,vertigo,and angina.The patient also complained of sores on his tongue.The physical examination revealed jaundice.The pulse rate was increased,and the spleen and liver were slightly enlarged.The tongue appeared smooth and bright red in color.Family history revealed no clues.Neurological exam revealed quickening of reflex responses.Patient history indicated a total gastrectomy five years earlier for stomach cancer and intermittent heart problems that had not required surgery.The physician ordered the following tests:
-What would be the results of vitamin B₁₂ and/or folate levels in a diagnosis of pernicious anemia?

• A)Increased folate
• B)Increased vitamin B₁₂
• C)Decreased vitamin B₁₂
• D)Decreased folate and vitamin B₁₂

Describe features and functions of the fetal integumentary system including lanugo and vernix caseosa

Understand fetal monitoring techniques and recognize the importance of ultrasound in prenatal care

Classify the maturity of newborns based on gestational age and understand factors influencing fetal growth and development

Grasp the anatomical changes and cardiac adaptations that occur from fetal to postnatal life

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Definitions:

Orbitofrontal Cortex

A prefrontal cortex region in the brain involved in the cognitive processing of decision-making.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A chronic and long-lasting disorder where a person has uncontrollable, reoccurring thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) that he or she feels the urge to repeat over and over.

Compulsion

A repetitive and seemingly purposeful behavior performed in response to uncontrollable urges or according to a ritualistic set of rules.

Locks

Mechanical or electronic devices used for securing objects such as doors or containers to prevent unauthorized access.