Jen is considering following a 1500-kcalorie diet that includes 500 kcalories from carbohydrates. This diet _____
a. provides the recommended amount of carbohydrate
b. is acceptable if the protein intake is roughly 10%-35% of kcalories
c. is acceptable if the fat content is roughly 10%-15% of kcalories
d. provides less than the recommended amount of carbohydrate
d
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a. Rickets b. Xerophthalmia c. Muscular dystrophy d. Erythrocyte hemolysis e. Osteomalacia
In young adults with chronic renal disease, daily energy intake should be:
a. 30 kcal/kg. b. 35 kcal/kg. c. 40 kcal/kg. d. 45 kcal/kg.
Who often plays the most powerful role in determining the typical individual's food choices?
a. the father b. siblings c. the mother d. friends e. coworkers
Answer the following questions based on the case study "Verna" information below. Verna is an 89-year-old woman. She lost her husband of 63 years to a stroke six years ago. She lives in an assisted living facility where she has many friends and regular catered meals in a dining room. She also lives near her daughters and grandchildren. Verna is considered happy, healthy, and mentally sharp but
does have hypertension and cataracts and complains of muscle weakness. She has also taken traditional hormone replacement therapy to alleviate hot flashes for over thirty years and has always led a sedentary lifestyle. ?Which of the following could help Verna's hypertension? A) Taking a multivitamin and mineral supplement B) Taking a nap after lunch C) Starting an exercise program with the help of her medical doctor D) Increasing her hormone replacement therapy drug dosage E) None of the above