Which of the following conditions decreases a person's metabolic rate?

A. Having a lower than normal level of thyroid hormone
B. Consuming essential fatty acids
C. Having a fever
D. Producing milk to breastfeed a baby 


Answer: A

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The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDRs) for fat are _____ for children 1 to 3 years and _____ for children 4 to 18 years old

a. 20-30%, <30% b. 20-30%, 25-35% c. 30-40%, <30% d. 30-40%, 25-35% e. It is the same for both age groups at <30%.

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Regarding enteral nutrition and the burn patient, which of the following statements is true?

a. Small bowel feedings may be favored due to the presence of ileus. b. If the patient can tolerate an oral diet, EN is not indicated. c. Formula should be initiated at a very low rate due to hemodynamic instability. d. There are no benefits to early initiation of EN.

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Which of the following defines the term “conjugated linoleic acid”?

a. A type of cis-fatty acid b. A triglyceride with a phosphate group c. A fatty acid with the chemical make-up of linoleic acid but with a different configuration d. A food additive that preserves or delays rancidity of fats in foods e. A nitrogen-containing compound found in foods and made in the body from the amino acid methionine

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