Electrolytes in the body function to:
a. maintain fluid balance.
b. stimulate enzyme action.
c. synthesize protein.
d. maintain the health of cell membranes.
a
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Which of the following is a characteristic associated with adolescent pregnancy?
a. The recommended weight gain is approximately 35 lbs. b. The incidence of stillbirths and preterm births is 5-10% lower compared with adult women. c. The incidence of pregnancy-induced hypertension is 5-10% lower compared with older women. d. The time in labor is usually shorter than for older women because there are fewer overweight teenagers. e. Maternal death rates are 5 to 7 times greater among adolescent mothers in the developed world.
April is starting to train for hotdog eating contests. She is curious about the maximum capacity of the stomach. About what is believed to be the maximum capacity of the stomach?
A. 16 cups B. 13 cups C. 10 cups D. 6 cups
Enzymes:
a. facilitate chemical reactions. b. draw water into the small intestine. c. are present in all parts of the GI tract. d. encourage bacterial growth.
Which of the following statements is true?
a. Insulin is an anabolic hormone. b. Insulin stimulates lipolysis. c. Insulin is not necessary for protein metabolism. d. Insulin stimulates gluconeogenesis.