________ is a type of artery disease characterized by plaques on the inner walls of the arteries.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Atherosclerosis
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Jill should get started by answering these questions. Calculate Jill's target heart rate so she can evaluate her performance. a. 290-220 beats per minute b. 320 beats per minute c. 121-244 beats per minute d. 103-169 beats per minute e. Not enough information is provided.
Body mass index serves as an accurate indicator of body composition (i.e., percent body fat).
a. true b. false
Which of the following menu items has major ingredients that represent three different MyPlate food groups?
A. Smoothie made with vanilla yogurt, orange juice, peanut butter, wheat germ, and fresh peaches B. Stir-fry made with shrimp, rice, green peas, broccoli, and onions C. Toasted cheese sandwich made with American cheese, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, and two slices of buttered, whole-wheat bread D. Oatmeal cereal with fresh strawberries, almonds, and fat-free milk
Which medical conditions or treatments indicate the need for parenteral nutrition?
a. severe swallowing disorders b. mechanical ventilation c. extremely high nutrient needs d. short bowel syndrome e. gastric reflux