In the nephrotic syndrome, the kidney's ability to excrete _____ is impaired, contributing to edema

a. potassium b. sodium
c. rennin d. calcium


b

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The cyclic release of the hormones _____ governs breast development during puberty.

A. prolactin and oxytocin B. progesterone and estrogen C. prolactin and estrogen D. progesterone and oxytocin E. testosterone and progesterone

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Most adults with PEM have symptoms associated with marasmus

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A woman is 5'2", weighs 112 lbs and has a body fat percentage of 12%. Her weight is ________ normal range and her body fat percentage is _______ normal range.

a. below; within b. within; below c. above; above d. below; below

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All of the following are true regarding food preferences EXCEPT:

a. people with a high sensitivity to bitter tastes tend to like cabbage and Brussels sprouts. b. they are largely learned. c. there are over 80 genes that help people taste bitter foods. d. a genetic tendency to avoid bitter vegetables may be linked to disease development.

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