Which of the following is least likely a chronic disease?
A) Cardiovascular disease
B) Type 2 diabetes
C) Upper respiratory tract infection
D) Osteoporosis
C
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A. Na+– (Cl-+ HCO3-) B. K+– (Cl-+ HCO3-) C. Na+– (HCO3-) D. K+– (HCO3-) E. Na+– (Cl-)
Dizziness brought on by standing too long in the heat or suddenly stopping exercising is referred to as heat
A. syncope. B. cramps. C. exhaustion. D. stroke.
Match the correct answer with the appropriate term.
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Anorexia is a major problem for cancer clients. List ways to encourage eating