What causes the first stage in the development of a cancerous growth?
a. An abnormal immune response
b. Mutation in the cell's DNA
c. Destruction of the cell membrane
d. Invasion by a virus
b
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Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10" tall and currently weighs 145 pounds (66 kilograms).To improve Mr. Jamison's appetite, his physician may prescribe _____
a. megestrol acetate b. spironolactone c. rifaximin d. propranolol e. furosemide
Regarding symptoms associated with heart disease women are more likely than men to perceive pain in the _____
a. neck b. throat c. legs d. neck and throat e. neck and legs
An example of a model health claim approved by the FDA is, "Low-fat diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of some types of cancer, a disease associated with many factors."."
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Laboratory animals that are fed calorie-restricted diets that supply all essential nutrients:
A) die sooner than animals that consume adequate calories. B) live longer than animals that consume adequate calories. C) live the same length of time as animals that consume adequate calories. D) have increased metabolic rates over animals that consume adequate calories.