In which condition would parenteral nutrition most likely be indicated?
a. Short bowel syndrome
b. Increased oral fluid intake
c. Hyperkalemia
d. Severe dysphagia
e. Cardiovascular disease
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Which of the following is a true statement about body proteins?
A. Synthesis of body proteins is directed by antigens, which are present in every cell. B. Amino acids from dying cells or worn-out cell parts are excreted as a component of bile. C. Body proteins are in a constant state of breakdown, rebuilding, and repair. D. Body proteins change very little after age 20.
Substances that interfere with the utilization of iodine or with the function of the thyroid gland are called:
a. thyroxin interference aggregates b. goitrogens c. homeostatic decoupling agents d. cretinoids
One or two subjects are generally enough to prove a claim about nutrition
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Vitamin C is ________ soluble
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word