Describe the medications used to treat COPD and the possible metabolic side effects
The most frequently prescribed medications for COPD are bronchodilators, which improve airflow, and corticosteroids (anti-inflammatory medications), which help to relieve symptoms and prevent exacerbations Bronchodilators may increase gastric acid secretion and cause acid reflux. Corticosteroids may cause glucose intolerance and sodium retention, and contribute to negative nitrogen balance.
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a. progesterone b. estrogen c. prostaglandins d. luteinizing hormone e. gonadotropin-releasing hormone
What characterizes the eating pattern of people with bulimia nervosa?
a. Binge eating usually occurs during the daytime. b. Binge eating is frequently done at restaurant buffets. c. Binge eating typically occurs after a period of strict dieting. d. A binge eating episode is usually completed within 20 minutes. e. Young women are particularly likely to have "binge buddies" with whom they binge.
Before amino acids are used as an energy source, the _____ group is removed
a. carboxyl b. amino c. acetate d. R-
Which nutrient is so vital to health that you wouldn't live more than a few days without it?
A) vitamins B) minerals C) water D) protein