Describe how diverticulitis develops in the body

What will be an ideal response?


Diverticulitis is the inflammation of the small pouches or diverticula which emerge from a low-fiber diet. When the pouches became inflamed or infected, pain is apparent.

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Vitamin C in foods easily oxidizes, so storage of these foods should be:

a. in airtight containers if the food is cut or in form of juices. b. in light protective containers. c. kept cool if in raw form. d. identified with shelf life.

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Even though genetics may contribute to some obesity, environmental influences also exist based on the knowledge that:

a. it is so difficult for an obese person to maintain weight losses. b. even when reared apart, identical twins often have significant weight differences. c. the human gene pool has remained unchanged even though some obesity rates have increased. d. often when an obese person loses weight, the amount lost plus more is regained.

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During the second trimester, women need, on average, ________ additional calories per day

a. 500 b. 340 c. 1000 d. 450

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Respiratory alkalosis is generally a result of conditions that cause ____

a. hypoglycemia b. decreased heart rate c. hyperventilation d. hypoventilation e. kidney disease

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