The release of the hormone ghrelin
A) signals an increase in peristalsis.
B) stimulates the release of digestive enzymes from the pancreas.
C) induces sweating.
D) stimulates hunger.
D
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Chromium deficiency is characterized by
a. hypertension. b. hyperglycemia. c. enlargement of the liver. d. enlargement of the thyroid gland. e. hyperparathyroidism
Substances that the body requires for normal growth and health but cannot manufacture in sufficient amounts, and that therefore must be obtained in the diet, are called:
a. critical nutrients. b. important nutrients. c. nonessential nutrients. d. essential nutrients.
What information is included in a diet manual??
A) ?kcalorie counts for patients recovering from surgery B) ?the exact items to avoid when a patient is NPO C) ?preparation methods to include in modified diets D) ?food choices that the patient is most likely to eat
Mr. Avery is a 77-year-old retired engineer. He is 5'10" tall and weighs 171 pounds. He suffered a stroke, which left him with left-sided paralysis, and he is having difficulty swallowing so he is unable to meet his nutritional needs via oral intake at this time
Mr. Avery's swallowing ability and oral intake are improving. He is now consuming about 2/3 of his estimated nutrient needs from oral intake. It would be appropriate at this time to: a. discontinue the tube feeding. b. increase the rate of the tube feeding. c. decrease the rate of the parenteral feeding. d. discontinue the parenteral feeding.