Clinical studies suggest that an overweight hypertensive individual can reduce blood pressure by losing weight
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Prolactin is a hormone that _____.
A. stimulates the breast tissue to release oxytocin B. stimulates mammary gland development C. decreases estrogen production D. stimulates milk production E. stimulates development of breast tissue
Which statement correctly describes food allergy or food intolerance?
A. Food intolerance is mediated by the immune system. B. A food allergy involves an adverse reaction to food mediated by metabolism or digestion but not the immune system. C. A food allergy is mediated by high levels of immunoglobin A, which can be transferred from the mother to the infant through breastfeeding. D. Food intolerance occurs only with nuts or nut products. E. A food allergy is an exaggerated immunologic response.
To minimize the risk of food-borne bacterial infections in a cancer client who has received a hematopoietic stem cell transplant, the nurse would tell the client to:
a. cook all meats, poultry, and eggs until they are well done. b. consume adequate amounts of fruits and vegetables. c. increase consumption of dishes that use ground meats. d. consume lactose-free, low-residue, low-fat liquids.
KL is a 72-year-old African American female living in a long-term care facility close to the Canadian border. She has a history of RA, which was well controlled until recently. She reports taking calcium supplements and eating lots of cheese. She presents to the hospital with a hip fracture following a fall. Height: 5'8" Weight: 210 pounds Which of the following conditions is most related to KL's
fracture? a. rheumatoid arthritis b. neuropathy c. osteoarthritis d. osteoporosis e. osteomalacia