What outcome from a stroke would most likely affect a patient's nutrition status?

a) breathing difficulties
b) urinary retention
c) confusion
d) headache
e) dysphagia


Answer: e) dysphagia

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Maintenance of weight loss can be fostered by ________.

A. self-monitoring B. having a regular exercise plan C. eating breakfast D. All of these responses are correct.

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Which of the following factors is not a contributor to constipation in pregnant women?

A) iron in prenatal supplements B) a low-fiber diet C) plenty of fluids D) insufficient physical activity

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What are some of the common pregnancy-related physical complaints reported by women?

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Answer questions 1-10 based on the "Marcie" case study information below. Marcie is a 25-year-old, sedentary woman who is 5 feet tall, weighs 150 pounds, and is currently breast feeding her baby (lactating). Several months after her baby was born her health was not improving as she had expected, so she had a health assessment done. The results indicated that she is obese with fasting total blood

cholesterol of 238 mg/dL, triglycerides of 331 mg/dL, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol of 205 mg/dL, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol of 33 mg/dL, fasting blood sugar of 152 mg/dL, and resting blood pressure of 145/76 mm Hg. Dietary analysis results showed her to have a total daily Calorie intake of 2,705, Calorie need of 2,241, protein intake of 84 grams, fiber intake of 18 grams, cholesterol intake of 433 mg, and sodium intake of 3,885 mg. Marcie's protein intake was within the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR).? Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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