Discuss the etiology of hypothyroidism throughout the world.
What will be an ideal response?
Worldwide, the most frequent cause of hypothyroidism is iodine deficiency. In the United States and other areas where iodine intake is adequate, autoimmune thyroid disease and previous treatment for hyperthyroidism are the most common causes.
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following defines nursing bottle tooth decay?
a. Caries development resulting from frequent use of non-sterile bottles and nipples. b. Bacterial attack of teeth due to severe tooth misalignment from sucking on oversized bottle nipples. c. Marked tooth decay of an infant due to prolonged exposure to carbohydrate-rich fluids from a bottle. d. Tooth decay resulting from constant exposure to food due to inability of the infant to swallow normally. e. Tooth decay resulting from the rubbing of the nipple against the teeth and consequent thinning of enamel.
What food and nutrient intake recommendations apply for toddlers with BPD?
a. no more than 3 meals daily b. easy-to-eat foods c. enteral nutrition d. challenging foods to eat e. meals immediately before and after bedtime
An evaluation of work by professionals of similar competence to the producers of the work to maintain standards of quality and credibility is called
A. independent critique. B. peer review. C. performance review. D. compentency check.