What is the term for an increase in the size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs?
A. aerophagia
B. emphysema
C. cor pulmonale
D. pulmonary consolidation
E. orthopnea
Answer: C
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a. They are allowed only for unprocessed food. b. They can be made without any FDA approval. c. They must conform to guidelines of the "A" list of health claims. d. They must state the name of the disease or symptom for which a benefit is claimed. e. They can only be made based on peer-reviewed research.
Health risks associated with binge-eating disorder include
A. diminished bone mass. B. dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. C. increased risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes. D. caloric insufficiency.
Which of the following is not an essential practice for a community nutritionist?
a. To participate in nutrition surveillance and monitoring of communities b. To participate in screening activities c. To work independently to develop nutritional programs d. To conduct outcomes assessment of community-based food programs
All of the following are true regarding carbohydrate loading EXCEPT:
a. carbohydrate loading should be done prior to running a 10K. b. it is used to increase muscle glycogen stores. c. carbohydrate loading benefits endurance athletes. d. carbohydrates should be increased to 60 to 70% of calories for less than 24 hours prior to the event.