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Morbidity May Be Expressed in Two Ways: as the Number

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Morbidity may be expressed in two ways: as the number of new cases or as the total number of existing cases of an illness.


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Sensory Receptor

A specialized cell or nerve ending that responds to specific sensory stimuli like light, sound, or touch, and converts them to electrical signals.

Unconsciousness

A state in which a person is unable to respond to people and activities, often as a result of illness, trauma, or medical conditions.

Integumentary System

The body system that includes the skin, hair, nails, glands, and nerves, acting as a protective covering and aiding in temperature regulation.

Body Temperature

The assessment of the body's capacity to produce and eliminate heat, signifying the equilibrium between heat generation and dissipation.

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