Carbohydrates' main role in the body is to _______
a. make hormones
b. supply fuel
c. increase immune function
d. build muscle
Answer: b. supply fuel
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Describe the growth curve of infants from birth to one year. Compare the energy needs of this age group with those of adults
What will be an ideal response?
Which statement regarding rigor mortis in fish is true?
A. Rigor mortis can last anywhere from 10 to 15 minutes depending on the species, temperature, and condition of the fish when caught. B. During rigor mortis, the water-holding capacity of the proteins is decreased, which makes fish flesh juicier than that of fish that have not undergone rigor mortis. C. Cooking fish prior to rigor mortis results in a tough-textured flesh. D. The stronger the rigor mortis is, the more delicate and desirable the texture of the flesh.
Which of the following is necessary for the use of enteral nutrition?
a. a functional GI tract b. a good appetite c. good peripheral venous access d. minimal nutritional needs
A clinical state characterized by edema, albuminuria, and decreased plasma albumin often caused by conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus, renal vein thrombosis, or hypersensitivity to toxic agents is called _______________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word