Question

complete the sentences regarding tissue generation and death. 1. diabetic neuropathies can result in injuries, of which the patient is unaware. left untreated, this can lead to dry click to select . 2. a fractured bone can leave a segment without a blood supply, causing avascular click to select , or tissue death from trauma. 3. a person who is bedridden for long periods of time could suffer from disuse click to select in the muscles.

Explanation:

1. Diabetic neuropathies can cause unnoticed injuries which may progress to dry gangrene if untreated as lack of sensation can lead to unnoticed tissue damage and eventual death.
2. A fractured bone cutting off blood - supply leads to avascular necrosis, which is tissue death due to lack of blood.
3. Long - term bedridden state causes disuse atrophy in muscles as there is lack of movement and stimulation.

Answer:

1. gangrene
2. necrosis
3. atrophy