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What Is Overhydration? Give One Possible Cause of Overhydration

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What is overhydration? Give one possible cause of overhydration. What organ is stressed by overhydration?


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Fecal Occult Blood

Small amounts of blood in feces that are not visible to the naked eye but can be detected through specific tests.

Guaiac Paper

Guaiac Paper is a type of paper used in a diagnostic test to detect the presence of blood in stool, indicative of gastrointestinal issues.

Sterile Gloves

Gloves that have been treated to eliminate all forms of bacteria and other contaminants, used in medical procedures to maintain a sterile environment.

Clostridium Difficile

Clostridium Difficile is a bacterium that can cause symptoms ranging from diarrhea to life-threatening inflammation of the colon, often following antibiotic therapy.

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