The _____ describes the effect a food has on blood glucose levels

a. glycemic index
b. insulin index
c. solubility factor
d. viscosity index


a

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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KL is a 70 yo African American F living in a long-term care facility in upstate New York. She has a history of RA, which was well controlled until recently. She reports taking calcium supplements. She presents to the hospital with a hip fracture following a fall. Which of the following medications used to treat RA may increase KL's risk for fractures?

a. immunosuppressive drugs b. NSAIDs c. glucocorticoids d. DMARDs

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