Which of the following profoundly increases a person's risk for heart disease and stroke?

A) A high level of HDL cholesterol
B) A low intake of fatty acids
C) Obesity or being overweight
D) Consumption of dietary fiber


C

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a. After 6 months of age b. After 1 year of age c. After 2 years of age d. As soon as complementary foods are introduced e. When the diet supplies 30% of kcalories from fat

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What is the body's primary fuel source during fasting?

a. amino acids b. glucose c. fatty acids d. ketones

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Wilson's disease is a result of which mineral toxicity?

a. copper b. magnesium c. calcium d. chromium

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When a client with cancer is treated with methotrexate, nursing interventions would include the following except:

a. assess for hypercalcemia. b. administer prescribed vitamin B12 supplements. c. manage side effects of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. d. observe for hypokalemia related to GI potassium losses.

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