Which disease is the number one cause of death in the U.S.?

a. diabetes
b. lung cancer
c. cardiovascular disease
d. obesity
e. colon cancer


c

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1. Essential nutrients are produced by the body. 2. Alcohol has no nutritional role but does provide energy. 3. Complete proteins are found in animal food sources. 4. Incomplete proteins are missing at least one essential amino acid. 5. To obtain a complete protein from plant foods, you must combine two different sources of plant proteins in the same meal.

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Which of the following statements about cancer screening tests is true?

A. Cancer screening is done when an individual shows clear symptoms of disease. B. Cancer screening involves trying to identify the particular type of cancer that is causing the patient's symptoms. C. Genetic screening is reserved for people whose families have multiple members with cancer. D. Screening recommendations have been outlined for all known types of cancer.

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Which of the following would be considered drug misuse?

A) taking aspirin for an ankle sprain B) buying allergy medicine online with a prescription C) taking one of your mother's prescription sleeping pills to fall asleep D) taking prescription painkillers to get high

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The EPA and the Office of the Surgeon General recommend that homeowners test their homes for radon how often?

A) Every 6 months B) Once a year C) Every 2 years D) Every 3 years

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