What is the most common cause of rickets?

A. calcium deficiency
B. phosphorus deficiency
C. vitamin C deficiency
D. vitamin D deficiency
E. lack of physical activity


Answer: D

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Which of the following is true about acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) worldwide?

A. The death rate from AIDS in the United States is increasing. B. Antiretroviral drugs can significantly increase the progression of the disease. C. The transmission pattern is different in developed versus developing countries. D. North America is the continent that has been the hardest hit.

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Energy expended from fidgeting is called __________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Parenteral nutrition should be reserved for those cases of prolonged nothing by mouth (NPO) status lasting how long?

a. 7 days b. 10 days c. 14 days d. 21 days e. 28 days

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Along with vitamin C, what mineral is important in the synthesis of collagen?

a. copper b. iron c. magnesium d. salt e. vitamin e

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