Which of the factors listed below is the MOST likely source of constipation problems in elderly adults?

A) immobility B) dementia C) weight gain D) weight loss


A

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Osteocalcin ________.

a. is a vitamin K-deficiency disease in children b. binds calcium in the GI tract to enhance absorption c. requires vitamin K to bind to bone-forming minerals d. is a disease characterized by softening of the bones e. binds to vitamin K and is excreted in feces

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a. Saw palmetto b. Feverfew c. Ginseng d. Yohimbe

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There are no documented genetic components to alcoholism

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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