Geophagia _____
a. may cause growth retardation
b. is associated with iron deficiency and sickle-cell anemia in some individuals
c. occurs most often at night
d. has no known adverse side effects
e. is motivated by the need for minerals
b
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a. vitamin C b. vitamin K c. vitamin D d. vitamin E e. vitamin B12
Which nutritional intervention should be encouraged for a client with cirrhosis and steatorrhea?
A) Increase intake of polyunsaturated fat. B) Reduce kcalorie intake by 20 percent. C) Limit vitamin B intake. D) Limit fat intake and use MCT oil.
The purpose of mucus secretion by stomach cells is
A. to protect the stomach against damage from destructive chemicals secreted in gastric juice. B. to initiate the digestion of foods. C. to anchor foods against the stomach wall. D. unknown.
Catecholaminergic drugs are like amphetamines and have a high potential for abuse
Indicate whether the statement is true or false