PRIN.OF HUMAN ANATOMY (LL)
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Chapter 18, Problem 1CTQ
Summary Introduction
Case summary:
Amanda is a school girl who is upset about her identity card photo. In the photo, she is looking fat, her hair seems to be dry, there is a butterfly swelling in the front section of her neck.
Characters in the case:
Amanda, a school girl.
Adequate information:
There is a butterfly-shaped swelling in her neck region.
To determine:
Whether she should visit a clinic or continue wearing turtle-necked blouses.
Given information:
Her hair looks dry and has gained weight. She also feels tired and mentally dull.
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PRIN.OF HUMAN ANATOMY (LL)
Ch. 18 - QUESTION 1
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