Ascites is:
a. yellowing of the sclera of the eyes, skin, and mucous membranes.
b. fluid accumulation in the abdomen.
c. inflammation of the liver.
d. elevated blood ammonia levels.
b
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a. carrots b. tomatoes c. peas d. kale e. corn
For which Healthy People 2010 target was there some improvement?
a. calcium intake b. whole grain intake c. food security d. obesity prevalence
The AMDR for protein is
A. 45-65% of total energy. B. 35-50% of total energy. C. 20-35% of total energy. D. 10-35% of total energy.
Nutrient deficiencies may occur with chronic pancreatitis due to _____
a. malabsorption and alcohol abuse b. malabsorption of water-soluble vitamins c. malabsorption of protein and abdominal pain d. malabsorption of carbohydrate e. overproduction of insulin