Clostridium dificile growth is supported by the use of antibiotics such as amoxicillin. The antibiotics reduce growth of other intestinal flora, the C. dificile grow and produce toxins, and these toxins damage the intestinal mucosa. When this occurs, what is the most likely type of diarrhea that results?
a. Secretory diarrhea
b. Steatorrhea
c. Cathartic diarrhea
d. Osmotic diarrhea
a
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What is the dietary recommendation for an infant with galactosemia?
A) three cups of milk a day B) high-calorie dairy foods, for example, ice cream and milk shakes C) elimination of milk from diet D) milk in moderation
When the body needs energy quickly, pyruvate is converted to ____________________; when the energy expenditure is slower, pyruvate is broken down into ____________________
: Fill in the blank with correct word
Which of the following is a monosaccharide sometimes known blood sugar?
a. Glucose b. Maltose c. Sucrose d. Fructose e. Galactose
This monosaccharide tastes the sweetest of all the sugars and is used by food manufacturers as an additive to sweeten many foods, including soft drinks, fruit beverages, desserts, candies, jellies, and jams.
Glucose Fructose Galactose Dextrose