Parenteral nutrition should be reserved for those cases of prolonged nothing by mouth (NPO) status lasting how long?
a. 7 days
b. 10 days
c. 14 days
d. 21 days
e. 28 days
a
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When you are under physical stress, what hormone is released quickly to stimulate an increase in blood glucose concentration?
a. insulin b. secretin c. glucogen d. epinephrine e. noradrenaline
All of the following are true regarding aerobic activities EXCEPT:
a. fat is the primary fuel source. b. aerobic means "without oxygen." c. this term refers to low- to moderate-intensity activities. d. oxygen is required to convert fat into energy.
Glucagon raises blood glucose levels because it
A. stimulates glycogenolysis in the liver. B. stimulates gluconeogenesis in the liver. C. stimulates insulin receptors on certain cells. D. All of the above E. A and B
Is a 2-3 g/day ?-hydroxy-?-methylbutyrate (HMB) supplement considered safe?
a. A 2-3 g/day dose is thought to be safe b. HMB is thought to be safe at doses less than 1 g/day c. HMB is not safe at any dose