DEXA scans are most often associated with measuring bone mineral density; however, they can also be used to assess body composition
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The presence of protein in the urine is called:
a. hematuria. b. oliguria. c. proteinuria. d. glycosuria.
For competitive reasons, wrestlers often want to stay in the highest weight class possible and may go to great lengths to achieve it
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Mr. Stanley Edward, a 58-year-old African American male, was admitted to the emergency room of the medical center upon being found unconscious in his car in a parking lot and resuscitated. His history was obtained by contacting his daughter. The patient presents with:
• end-stage adenocarcinoma of the gastroestophageal juncture. • chronic malnutrition and significant weight loss × 1 year. Low BMI, loss of muscle, loss of subcutaneous fat, bitemporal wasting. • acute pancreatitis with intractable vomiting. Medical Hx: Hypertension; S/P stroke @ age 56; cataract surgery. Meds: antilipemic medication, antihypertensive medication. Hx: Lifelong chain smoker (2 packs per day); alcohol abuse since his late 20s. Ht: 5'8". Admission Wt: 107 lbs. Usual Wt, 1 year ago: 170 lbs. Social Hx: Lives alone; cooks and shops for himself despite illness. Dietary Hx: Previously followed a low-cholesterol, low-sodium, high-potassium diet. Mr. Edward is not being actively treated for cancer at his request. Plan is to keep Mr. Edward NPO and place a peripheral line for hydration and nutrition support. Which of Mr. Edward's conditions requires that he be kept NPO? a. history of alcoholism b. pancreatitis with vomiting c. malnutrition with wasting d. end-stage cancer
Which of the following factors BEST characterize a transitioning region in which the nutrition paradox is common?
A. increased availability of and preference for foods high in added sugars B. decreased reliance on carbohydrates combined with increased reliance on protein C. increased physical activity combined with decreased availability of staple foods D. decreased physical activity combined with increased intake of energy-dense food