The term used to describe the age-related processes that increase risk of disability, disease, and death is
A) pre-programmed aging. B) senescence.
C) life span. D) morbid aging.
B
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Identify the pharmacologic therapy that is used to control symptoms of heart failure and limit damage to the heart.
A. restricting dietary sodium B. treatment of comorbidities C. using inotropic agents D. restricting fluid weight gain E. prevention of malnutrition
Excessive _______________ in parenteral nutrition may contribute to hyperglycemia, hepatic steatosis, and excessive carbon dioxide production.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Some North Americans are called "sodium sensitive." For these people, high sodium intake contributes to
A. serious fluid imbalances. B. stomach cancer. C. hypertension. D. gastrointestinal upsets.
Which of the following statements about genetically modified (GM) foods is FALSE:
a. According to the FDA, there is no information indicating that GM foods differ from other foods in any meaningful way. b. The FDA requires food manufacturers to state the genetically modified ingredient(s) content on food labels. c. GM foods must meet the same safety, labeling, and other regulatory requirements required by the FDA for all foods. d. A GM plant food could produce a protein that is allergenic to some people.