Scurvy defective bone growth, and poor wound healing are all associated with a deficiency of
A. vitamin A.
B. vitamin B12 (cobalamins).
C. vitamin C.
D. vitamin D.
E. vitamin B1 (thiamine).
Ans: C. vitamin C.
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Avi's salivary glands do not secrete amylase. As a result of his condition, his body
A. cannot absorb alcohol. B. cannot begin starch digestion. C. cannot swallow food correctly. D. absorbs too much carbohydrate.
Mr. M has been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease Stage 5, requiring dialysis. His initial chemistries panel indicates he has low sodium, chloride and calcium levels as well as high potassium and phosphorus levels. The physician has put him on a fluid restriction, a potassium restriction, and a phosphorus restriction.What is one reason that a physician might order a potassium restriction?
a. potassium interacting with kidney disease medications b. high potassium levels stimulating the secretion of aldosterone by the adrenal glands c. high potassium levels causing the retention of vasopressin d. potassium directly interacting with calcium e. diet containing very high levels of potassium
Why isn't tap water preferred for use in stock?
A. because it may carry the flavors of chlorine or other substances B. because the minerals prevent thickening of the stock C. because the temperature of room temperature tap water tends to impart a metallic taste D. because tap water will not boil once vegetables and thickening agents are added
It is common for women with gestational diabetes to consume _____ % of calories from carbohydrate during pregnancy
a. 65 b. 50 c. 45 d. 25 e. 60