Inflammation of the stomach and intestines is called gastroenteritis
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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start to finish, as it is digested. What will be an ideal response
How would the body typically respond to loss of blood from hemorrhage?
a. More transferrin is produced to allow absorption and transport of more iron b. The average life of the red blood cell is increased in order to allow better tissue oxygenation c. Fewer iron storage proteins are produced, which increases the amount of iron available for synthesis of new red blood cells d. The liver and muscles release their supply of stored red blood cells, which compensates, in part, for the decrease in red blood cell concentration of the circulation
_____ refers to movement of water across a membrane toward the side where solutes are more concentrated
a. Osmosis b. Diffusion c. Permeability d. Semipermeability
Which of the following is NOT a maternal benefit of breastfeeding?
a. Minimizes postpartum blood loss b. Helps uterus return to nonpregnant size c. Delays return to fertility d. MAY help lose weight more quickly e. All of the above would be considered benefits of breastfeeding.