Each of the Following Statements Regarding the Atrophy of Tissue

question 4

Multiple Choice

Each of the following statements regarding the atrophy of tissue cells is true except one. Which one is the exception?

• A)Atrophied cells are capable of returning to their normal size after stress is removed.
• B)Atrophy can occur with changes in cellular growth, malnutrition, ischemia, or hormonal changes.
• C)Atrophy can be present in the muscular wasting that occurs in some chronic diseases that do not allow for mobility.
• D)Atrophy occurs in the smooth muscles of the uterus and the mammary glands in response to pregnancy.

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