You have a patient recently diagnosed with osteoporosis and achlorydria. Your primary concern regarding recommending calcium supplements is:
a. the decreased absorption due to the lack of HCl secretion.
b. the increased absorption due to the excess secretion of HCl.
c. the decreased absorption due to excess secretion of HCl.
d. the increased absorption due to the lack of HCl secretion.
a
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A. due to decreased fiber intake B. because their fluid intake must be restricted C. because of the various side effects caused by their medications D. because of the failure to achieve coordinated movement of muscles in and over the intestines E. because of the malabsorption of various vitamins and minerals
All of the following chronic diseases are more likely to occur in a person with excessive levels of body fat except:
A) diabetes. B) osteoporosis. C) hypertension. D) some cancers.
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. On vending machine day, Ana should pack two pieces of fruit to eat during the day. 2. To manage stressful situations, Ana should identify which three nutritious foods could be eaten beforehand. 3. During the process of losing weight, exercise is recommended but not essential.
Define the alanine shunt and in what disease it is used