Change in keratinization and pigmentation of hair and retarded growth is associated with _____ deficiency known as _____.
a. calcium; tetany
b. copper; Menkes' disease
c. iron; hemosiderosis
d. potassium; hypokalemia
Answer: b. copper; Menkes' disease
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a. excreted in the urine b. deaminated to release glucose c. converted into adipose d. oxidized to nitric acid
_______________ acute kidney injury results from a blockage of the ureter or neck of the bladder.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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a. Equilibrium b. Positive balance c. Negative balance d. Exogenous balance
After surgery, protein intake may be limited if the patient has impaired:
a. kidney function. b. absorption. c. pancreatic function. d. ability to chew.