An opening in the stomach through which a feeding tube can be passed is called a(n)

a. ileostomy. b. endoscopic jejunostomy.
c. gastrostomy. d. duodenostomy.


c

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a. peanuts and tree nuts b. wheat c. soy d. eggs e. The institute does not recommend avoidance of food allergens during lactation.

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Which of the following is often contracted through person to person contact, has onset in 1 to 2 days, is accompanied by vomiting, and lasts 1 to 2 days?

a. Clostridium perfringens b. Toxoplasma c. Norovirus d. Salmonella

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Protein turnover is most likely to be slow in the:

a. liver. b. bones. c. intestinal mucosa. d. plasma.

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One should never allow a stock to boil because it will

a. toughen the meat. b. cause any loose particles to float to the top of the stock, thus creating flavor loss. c. disintegrate the bones. d. cause any fat from the meat to rise to the top and create a raft.

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