People with cystic fibrosis have significant respiratory difficulties and may have profound digestive complications because a genetic defect results in the inability to pump which ions across cell membranes?

a. Sodium
b. Potassium
c. Phosphate
d. Chloride


d

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Which of the following best describes a nutrition intervention for xerostomia?

A. using a dehumidifier at bedtime B. avoiding sour and tart foods C. adding extra sauces and gravies to foods D. increasing intake of hot foods and fluids E. limiting caffeine to three servings per day

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Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry is an accurate way to evaluate bone density

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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_______________ is involved in energy metabolism (as a coenzyme for carboxylation reactions) and regulation of gene expression

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Endurance refers to:

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