Which of the following is TRUE regarding Cushing's syndrome?
A) It is the result of increasing intracranial pressure.
B) It is often the result of a tumor on the pituitary gland.
C) It often results from damage to the adrenal cortex.
D) Presents with hypotension that does not respond to fluid therapy.
B
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Which of the following statements about warfarin (Coumadin) is NOT true?
A) It actively breaks down the fibrin network, thereby dissolving formed thrombi. B) It helps treat chronic atrial fibrillation. C) It prevents coagulation by antagonizing the effects of vitamin K. D) It was originally used as rat poison.
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A melanoma is a malignant neoplasm of which of the following?
A) bone B) colon C) skin D) stomach
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