Why is BMI used most frequently as a measure of obesity?


The use of the BMI calculation is inexpensive and more practical in large population-based studies.

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The provision of a client's nutrient and nutrition education needs based on a complete nutrition assessment is

a. medical nutrition therapy. b. nutrition care process. c. nutrition screening. d. medical history.

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The need for vitamin C increases among smokers

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Cigarette smoking __________ bone density.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The main function of the proximal tubule of the glomerulus is:

a. reabsorption of nutrients. b. secretion of hydrogen ions to maintain acid-base balance. c. exchange of water and sodium. d. reabsorption of water.

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