Which of the following is a symptom of marasmus?

A. obesity
B. restricted growth
C. edema
D. high blood pressure


ANS: B

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John has started working out at the local gym and has been buying protein-packed snack bars and other high-protein foods. He started at 180 pounds and has increased his weight to 195 pounds. He is convinced the extra weight is all muscle. His wife, Jill, thinks that the there may be risks involved with eating extra protein. They decide to find out more about how much protein they need and explore

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Uncontrolled contractions of the heart ventricle that are often associated with myocardial infarction are known as:

A. ventricular tachycardia B. ventricular fibrillation C. ventricular shock arrhythmias D. atrial fibrillation E. complete heart block

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