Which of the following states of nitrogen balance is a pregnant woman typically in?
A) negative nitrogen balance B) double-positive nitrogen balance
C) nitrogen equilibrium D) positive nitrogen balance
D
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a. product of VLDL cholesterol breakdown b. comprised primarily of triglyceride c. aids in excretion of cholesterol d. none of these
Plaques in the arteries contribute to the development of:
a. cancer. b. diabetes. c. atherosclerosis. d. infectious diseases.
Nutrition therapy for cystic fibrosis involves all of the following except:
a. liberal use of table salt. b. multivitamin supplements. c. pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy. d. a low-protein diet.
The Waltons have dinner at their favorite local restaurant. Marty has a hamburger, Jill has grilled chicken, and Lori has clams on spaghetti. They have wine with dinner, order dessert, and thoroughly enjoy the evening. Late the next day, Marty starts having stomach pains. Soon, he also has diarrhea and begins vomiting. Jill decides he should go to the emergency room at the hospital. The medical
intern at the ER sees Marty in extreme pain and immediately begins asking him questions. If you were the intern, how would you answer the following questions?Fortunately, Marty recovered in a few days with no lasting effects; however, many people are not so lucky. Which situation would have put Marty at high risk for serious consequences from his foodborne illness? a. Having recovered from a sinus cold within the past month b. Having a kidney transplant within the past five years c. Being a teenager d. Running five miles per day e. Having completed a smoking cessation program within the past three months