Plant ____________________, substances in corn, wheat, oats, rye, olives, wood and some other plants that are similar in structure to cholesterol but not absorbed by the body, can decrease cholesterol absorption

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


stanols and sterols

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A) placenta. B) uterus. C) umbilical cord. D) amniotic sac.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The patient being admitted has been diagnosed with anorexia nervosa. What clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to see on admission assessment?

a. Tan skin, blonde hair, and diarrhea b. Sensitivity to heat, fatigue, and polycythemia c. Dysmenorrhea, gastric ulcer pain, and hunger d. Hair loss; dry, yellowish skin; and constipation

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