Which of these statements is true?
a. Some risk of an adverse reaction always accompanies the use of a medication.
b. The risks associated with a medication are very rarely influenced by its administration.
c. If the medication a physician plans to prescribe has been proven effective, it is not necessary for her to discuss alternative treatments with the patient.
d. Many common medications carry no risk of adverse reactions to anyone.
a
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a. cholecystectomy. b. ileostomy. c. colostomy. d. jejunostomy.
The first five books of the Hebrew Bible are called the a. Koran
b. Torah. c. Kasher. d. Mitzvah. e. Halal.
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Mr. Jones Sex: male Hours of work: 55+/wk Age: 61 Occupation: computer programmer Household members: wife, 65 years old Family history: coronary artery disease in father; had a myocardial infarction at age 59 Smoker: yes; 40 years; 1 pack/day Height: 70" Weight: 190 lb Waist circumference: 43 in. Cholesterol: 220 mg/dL; HDL-C: 30 mg/dL; LDL-C: 160 mg/dL; VLDL: 45 mg/dL; TG: 150 mg/dL Blood pressure: 140/85 The diet history of Mr. Jones shows that he consumes dairy products such as milk, cheese, and ice cream regularly; a variety of protein-rich foods including fish, shellfish, beef, poultry, and eggs; and large quantities of rice and potatoes. He and his wife also frequently eat breads, crackers, and potato chips. Mr. Jones consumes a large variety of vegetables including eggplant, broccoli, mushrooms, onions, and tomatoes; however, many of these are deep-fried or cooked in butter. Mr. Jones is _____. A. underweight B. normal weight C. overweight D. obese E. severely obese
Key heart-healthy foods in the Mediterranean diet include all of the following except: a. nuts
b. fish. c. red meat. d. olive oil. e. legumes.