The Distinguishing Feature of Both Alpha Thalassemia-One-Trait and Alpha Thalassemia-Two-Trait

question 26

Multiple Choice

The distinguishing feature of both alpha thalassemia-one-trait and alpha thalassemia-two-trait conditions compared to Bart's hydrops fetalis or hemoglobin H disease is:

• A) Lack of hemoglobin Bart's at birth
• B) Disappearance of hemoglobin Bart's with development
• C) Persistence of high levels of fetal hemoglobin into adulthood.
• D) Excessive amounts of hemoglobin Portland at birth
• E) None of the above

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Understand different psychotherapeutic drug treatments, including their advantages and disadvantages.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Similarities

The extent to which individuals in a group or setting exhibit common patterns or types of behavior.

Locus of Control

Locus of control is a psychological concept referring to an individual's belief about the extent to which their actions can influence outcomes, divided into internal and external loci of control.

External

pertains to factors, conditions, or influences that exist outside of an individual, group, or organization which can impact performance, outcomes, or decision-making.

Fate

A predetermined course of events often considered inevitable or outside human control.