The incidence of many diseases increases with age
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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Which item is a good source of unsaturated fats?
A) avocados B) tropical oils C) cheese D) organ meats
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Vegetarians are less likely to have heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, stroke, and obesity than meat eaters. 2. Protein, iron, zinc, calcium, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids are likely to be underconsumed by vegetarians. 3. Protein, iron, zinc, calcium, vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids are likely to be underconsumed by athletes.
People who are lactose intolerant:
a) do not produce enough insulin. b) have an allergic reaction to lactose. c) have inadequate production of the enzyme lactase. d) produce excess amounts of pancreatic enzymes.
Mr. Lew was transported to the emergency room (ER) by emergency transport. City police officers called an ambulance after finding Mr. Lew lying in an alley with apparent unconsciousness. The emergency medical team started an intravenous (IV), and upon arriving at the ER, Mr. Lew had regained consciousness but is now unconscious again. Physical data collected included the following:
? Physical appearance is unkempt and dirty. Odor suggests consumption of alcohol is likely. T 96, P 124, R 36, B/P 90/40 Very emaciated appearance Legs and arms very dry and flaky Mottled purplish areas to lower extremities Edema 3+ in ankles and lower legs Abdomen tight and distended Facial color and nail beds pale No response to painful or verbal stimuli ? After physician examination, Mr. Lew was admitted to the hospital with malnutrition, R/O pancreatitis, and cirrhosis of the liver due to ETOH abuse. ? For each goal, what outcome data will verify that the goals have been met?