Describe clinical manifestations of GERD.
What will be an ideal response?
Symptoms of GERD may include dysphagia, heartburn, increased salivation, and belching. In some situations, pain is severe and may radiate to the back, neck, or jaw. Pain from GERD can be confused with pain that is cardiac in origin because of the diffuse spread of pain into these other areas.
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Which of the following foods contains all of the essential amino acids in relatively the same amounts that the human body requires?
a. Turkey b. Quinoa c. Broccoli d. Gelatin e. Pumpkin seeds
Which nutrient should be increased if protein is increased?
a. iron b. vitamin B12 c. water d. vitamin C
Which of the following is a program in which nutrition care may be accessed for children with special needs?
a. WIC b. Head Start c. Early intervention programs d. a and b e. All of the above
Diverticular disease often occurs with:
a. a bacterial infection. b. aging. c. constipation. d. food intolerances.