As an adverse effect of a prescription medication she was taking for acne, Violet experienced such persistent nausea that she could not make herself eat anything for four days, after which her physician switched her to a different medication
By the end of her fourth day of not eating, what was Violet probably experiencing?
A) fatigue, low body temperature, and increased plasma ketone levels
B) fatigue, fever, and an increased breakdown of glycogen stores
C) manic bursts of energy, low body temperature, and a decreased breakdown of glycogen stores
D) manic bursts of energy, high body temperature, and increased plasma ketone levels
A
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All of the following are factors that increase a teen's need for iron EXCEPT:
a. a rapid rate of linear growth. b. the onset of menarche for females. c. an increase in blood volume. d. a greater intake of heme than nonheme iron sources. e. All of the above factors increase a teen's need for iron.
Maya and Bob have been married for 5 years, have graduated from college, and have decided to start a family. Maya's mother gives her a book about how to have a successful pregnancy. Bob and Maya are eager to start reading the book and give their baby the best start in life possible. Let's see how much you already know by answering the following questions. Maya smokes cigarettes during the day at
work. She suspects this cannot be good for a developing fetus, and after reading the book, finds out that all of the following are possible consequences of smoking during pregnancy except: a. delivering a low-birthweight baby. b. experiencing a spontaneous abortion. c. stunted fetal growth. d. increased risk of fetal diabetes.
The lining of the small intestine is smooth and flat, allowing for increased transit time of food
material. Indicate whether the statement is true or false