Which of the following is a physiological change seen in women during pregnancy?
A. decreased basal metabolic rate in the second half of pregnancy
B. increased sodium conservation
C. decreased body temperature
D. decreased risk of urinary tract infections
E. increased blood pressure in the first half of pregnancy
Answer: B
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A. >33 inches B. >35 inches C. >38 inches D. >40 inches E. >44 inches
Which of the following is a clear risk factor for type 2 diabetes in children?
a. younger than 10 years of age b. strong family history of hypoglycemia c. overweight d. Asian ancestry
Which vitamin is found only in animal-derived foods?
a. Vitamin E b. Vitamin C c. Vitamin B12 d. Vitamin D e. Vitamin A
A person's total energy requirements are determined by adding the BMR, the amount of daily activity, and the:
a. amount of daily food intake. b. amount of sleep required. c. thermic effect of food. d. degree of overweight.