A protein in the intestinal cells, made with the help of vitamin D, that facilitates calcium absorption is a ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
calcium-binding protein
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Which of the following is a feature of malnutrition?
a. Dysentery is common and leads to diarrhea and nutrient depletion. b. Intestinal villi grow slightly larger to provide additional absorptive surfaces for nutrients. c. Digestive enzyme production increases in order to extract as much of the ingested nutrients as possible. d. Infections are uncommon due to insufficient availability of nutrients in the body to support growth of bacteria and viruses. e. Children typically recover well from marasmus if adequate food is provided.
Overconsumption of the water-soluble vitamins will likely result in:
a. a reserve supply, which will aid in the prevention of colds and infections. b. no apparent change, because they are stored in the adipose tissues. c. no apparent change, because they are excreted. d. toxic accumulation in the liver.
Which of the following is NOT a significant risk factor for developing gestational diabetes?
A) 35 years of age or older B) previous birth of a large-for-gestational-age baby C) obesity D) BMI of 20 to 24
Which of the following conditions presents as asymptomatic in the patient and is usually NOT diagnosed until an endoscopy is performed?
a. Diverticulitis b. Crohn's disease c. Ulcerative colitis d. Diverticulosis