A young adult with spoon-shaped, ridged, brittle nails might be deficient in
a. iron. b. calcium.
c. vitamin A. d. vitamin B6.
a
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Which of the following statements about dietary fat is incorrect?
A) Fat carries fat-soluble vitamins in food. B) Fat is a component of all cell membranes. C) Fats contribute 7 calories per gram. D) Fats are a concentrated energy source
The onset of renal failure is not usually apparent until what percentage of renal function is lost?
a. 50-70% b. about 40% c. 20-30% d. about 15% e. 5-10%
After picking up nutrients absorbed through the lining of the small intestine, the blood transports the nutrients to the ________, where they are then delivered to the cells of the body
A. gallbladder B. stomach C. kidneys D. liver
The calorie is used as a measure of _____
a. energy b. temperature c. length d. weight e. volume