Children with a gastrostomy can't eat anything orally
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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The protein secreted by fat cells that, by binding to specific receptor sites in the hypothalamus, decreases appetite, increases energy expenditure, and stimulates gonadotropin secretion is called _____.
A. estrogen B. progesterone C. collagen D. leptin E. testosterone
What is "creeping obesity"?
A) A slow gain of body fat as adults age B) The process of muscle turning to fat C) Change in body fat distribution after menopause D) A genetic predisposition to gain weight
Electrolyte imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, impaired thermoregulation, and growth of lanugo are some of the outcomes associated with
A. binge eating. B. bulimia nervosa. C. anorexia nervosa. D. muscle dysmorphia.
When height and weight cannot be measured, alternative calculations using the ulna, knee height, and _____ are suggested
a. thigh circumference b. mid-upper-arm circumference c. waist circumference d. waist–to-hip ratio e. body mass index