A dietary pattern high in sugars, fat, and calories ______ the inflammatory response.

A. promotes
B. does not affect
C. inhibits


Answer: A. promotes

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John is a 52-year-old factory worker. He has been admitted to the hospital and presents with muscle weakness and inflammation of his mouth. He is a bit confused and states that he isn't drinking now although he has a history of alcohol abuse. He has lost quite a bit of weight in the last six months, and his dietary intake has been poor. He was laid off a year ago but he is back to work part-time

Further testing has been ordered to determine the cause for concern and confirm the diagnosis. What could be the cause? a. Poor dietary intake b. Alcohol abuse c. Thyroid disease d. All of the above

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Tube feeding or TPN may be indicated for any of the following patients except:

a. an individual who must undergo chemotherapy. b. an individual who has long-term gastrointestinal impairment. c. an individual who has permanent gastrointestinal impairment. d. an individual who is experiencing complications that interfere with food intake.

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Which of the following can be used to record behaviors associated with eating, physical activity, medications, and symptoms associated with eating?

a. 24-hour recall b. kcalorie count c. food frequency questionnaire d. food record

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