Factors that play a role in the wasting associated with cancer include all of the following except:
a. cytokines.
b. poor appetite.
c. diversion of nutrients to support tumor growth.
d. hormone levels.
d
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which of the following statements is true about fluoride?
a. aluminum cookware increases fluoride content of food. b. teflon increases fluoride content of food. c. toothpaste doesn't contribute significantly to fluoride in the body. d. tea is a significant source of fluorine in the body.
Martha is being treated with pelvic radiation for extensive spread of cervical cancer. This is most likely to affect her nutritional status via changes in
a. circulation. b. absorption. c. adsorption. d. excretion.
Boys normally develop a somewhat higher percentage of body fat than girls do
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false