Many children with cerebral palsy often have constipation _____.
A. due to decreased fiber intake
B. because their fluid intake must be restricted
C. because of the various side effects caused by their medications
D. because of the failure to achieve coordinated movement of muscles in and over the intestines
E. because of the malabsorption of various vitamins and minerals
Answer: D
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A) hypoglycemia B) low blood sugar levels C) low red blood cell counts D) high blood glucose levels
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A. dehydration. B. hyponatremia. C. overstimulation of the thirst mechanism. D. excessive sweating.
During longer endurance events, the best type of carbohydrate to consume is:
a. starch. b. glycogen. c. a disaccharide. d. glucose.
______ are synthetic chemicals that do not break down over time. They exist in the food supply due to industrial pollution.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).