Scalp condition- Friday Pop Quiz 2/24/2023
Which of the following underlying conditions is least likely to be associated with the finding depicted in the image?
A. Liver abnormalities
B. Skeletal abnormalities
C. Brain malformations
D. Cleft lip
E. Syndactyly
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Which of the following underlying conditions is least likely to be associated with the finding depicted in the image?
A. Liver abnormalities
B. Skeletal abnormalities
C. Brain malformations
D. Cleft lip
E. Syndactyly
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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The operational wavelength of the most common laser used to treat the disorder depicted in this image is:
A. 1064 nm
B. 308 nm
C. 595 nm
D. 755 nm
E. 532 nm
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