Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. A high-protein diet may increase the risk of heart disease, kidney problems, and calcium loss from bone.
2. A severe deficiency of protein results in kwashiorkor; a severe deficiency of kilocalories causes marasmus.
3. Consuming too much protein from animal sources can increase the amount of saturated fat in the diet, and ultimately heart disease.
1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. TRUE
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a. starting the patient on EPO. b. obtaining blood labs. c. administering B vitamins. d. decreasing chemotherapy.
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A) ?wearing dentures B) ?tobacco smoking C) ?history of cardiovascular disease D) ?excessive salivation