One feature of anorexia nervosa that significantly reduces treatment success is

A. drug abuse.
B. high self-esteem.
C. denial of the problem.
D. rationalization of the problem.


Answer: C

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A. the nitrogen-containing amino group is recycled while the remainder of the molecule is excreted in the urine. B. the nitrogen-containing amino group is removed and converted to urea, which is excreted in the urine. C. the carboxylic acid group is removed, neutralized by the bile, and excreted in the feces. D. the side-chain group is removed and excreted while the reminder of the molecule is recycled.

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In a vagotomy, the vagus nerve is severed in order to suppress gastric acid secretion. This procedure is often followed by a _____, which widens the pyloric sphincter

a. gastrectomy b. gastric resection c. pyloroplasty d. bariatric surgery

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Ideally, the percentage of kcalories from carbohydrates in a portion size of food should be approximately

a. less than 30 percent. b. 30 to 45 percent. c. 45 to 65 percent. d. 65 to 80 percent.

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What proportion of adults in the United States has high blood triglycerides?

a. 1/10 b. 1/4 c. 1/3 d. 1/2 e. 2/3

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