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Chapter 4, Problem 24CT
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A patient’s condition with cyanosis and the indication of presence of cyanosis in a patient.
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Cyanosis is a condition in which the person’s skin becomes bluish or purplish in color. Two main types of cyanosis are central and peripheral. Cyanosis may be caused by drug overdose, cardiovascular diseases, or respiratory system obstruction.
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MasteringA&P with Pearson eText -- Standalone Access Card -- for Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
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