What is sarcopenia?
a. Loss of central visual activity
b. Loss of muscle mass and strength
c. Softening of bones
d. Difficulty swallowing
e. Paralysis of GI tract muscles
Answer: B
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a. 50-60 b. 70 c. 30-70 d. 80-90 e. 5-30
The ________ is an accessory organ of the digestive system.
A. liver B. epiglottis C. colon D. jejunum
What is the most frequent cause of chronic pancreatitis?
A) repeated episodes of acute pancreatitis B) alcohol consumption C) liver disease D) cystic fibrosis
Brittany and Richard have noticed that their friend Mandy has lost a significant amount of weight from the fall to the spring semester. People are starting to comment on how thin she looks. Brittany has noticed that Mandy is only eating an orange for breakfast, a small bowl of salad with no salad dressing and a small piece of grilled chicken for lunch, and a cup of plain yogurt for dinner
Richard has been going to the gym with Mandy most days of the week. He enjoys lifting free weights, and Mandy usually runs on the treadmill for 45 minutes and then does 15 minutes of core exercises. In addition Mandy has shared with Brittany that she has not had her menstrual period for 4 months. Mandy has also expressed that she is frustrated because people are making comments about how thin she looks and consequently has not gone to as many parties or social gatherings because she feels so uncomfortable. When would be the best time for Mandy to seek treatment? A) After she graduates from college B) At the end of the spring semester C) At the beginning of the fall semester D) As soon as possible, because treatment outcomes are better if the eating disorder is treated early