Mechanically altered diets are usually ordered for the patient who has _____

a. an inflamed intestine
b. diarrhea
c. chewing or swallowing problems
d. heartburn
e. constipation


c

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The thermic effect of food (TEF) for a 600-kilocalorie meal would be about _____

A) 30-60 kilocalories B) 70-100 kilocalories C) 110-130 kilocalories D) 140-170 kilocalories

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Foods groups that are encouraged in the 2005 Dietary Guidelines include all of the following EXCEPT:

a. whole-grain products. b. vegetables from all five subgroups. c. fat-free or low-fat dairy products. d. trans fat.

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What is the predominant sweetener used in formulating beverages?

a. Glucose b. Sucrose c. Invert sugar d. High-fructose corn syrup

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Clinical laboratory results found in uncontrolled type 1 diabetes include:

a. hypoglycemia. b. hypertriglyceridemia. c. anuria. d. glycosuria.

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