Which of the following is most likely to occur from a prolonged dietary deficiency of vitamin A?

a. Osteomalacia b. Osteoporosis
c. Xerophthalmia d. Prolonged blood-clotting time


c

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____________ increases energy expenditure above basal energy needs by about 15% to 35%.

A) Adaptive thermogenesis B) Thermic effect of food C) Metabolism D) Physical activity

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According to the RDA for calcium, a 40-year-old healthy female should consume ________ mg of calcium daily.

A. 2500 B. 800 C. 1000 D. 1200

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A reduction in the amount of saliva produced is a common side effect of which of the following medications?

a. antiemetics b. antinflammatory c. antihistamines d. anticholinergics

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