A syndrome of impaired mental status and abnormal neuromuscular function that results from liver failure is known as:
a. hepatic stenosis
b. jaundice.
c. hepatic encephalopathy.
d. fulminant hepatitis.
e. hepatomegaly.
c
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What statement best describes the vitamin D status of vegetarians??
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Which of the following is an established relationship between diet and behavior?
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see if you know as much as Maggie about soy and other vegetarian nutrition considerations by answering the following questions.What is special about soy protein? a. It contains most of the amino acids necessary for protein synthesis. b. It is the only vegetable food that contains complete protein. c. It can raise blood cholesterol levels when added to an omnivorous diet. d. It is lower in calories than most other vegetables. e. It is high in carbohydrates but low in fiber.