Describe the mechanism of thirst. Describe situations when thirst is not a reliable warning
Thirst is a protective mechanism that alerts the individual to the need for fluids; however, thirst lags behind the body's need. A water deficiency that develops slowly may alert the body in time to consume adequate fluids to prevent dehydration, but one that occurs rapidly may not. In the elderly, the confused, and in infants, it is not a reliable guide.
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a. stabilizer or thickener b. emulsifier c. leavening agent d. antioxidant
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