To which toxic substance were 97% of all of Michigan residents exposed when it accidentally found its way into the food chain?
a. Lead acetate
b. Methylmercury
c. Arsenic
d. Polybrominated biphenyl (PBB)
e. Polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB)
Answer: D
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Which of the following statements about zinc is false?
A) Supplements of zinc may help decrease the duration of the common cold. B) Zinc is involved in the reproduction of proteins. C) Zinc is absorbed best from plant products. D) Zinc is a component of or required for activation of many enzymes. E) Men have a higher requirement than women
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5), lists which one of the following as a criterion for anorexia nervosa?
A) Persistent lack of recognition of seriousness of current low body weight B) Feeling that one can not stop eating or control what or how much one is eating C) Misuse of laxatives and diuretics D) Recurrent self-induced vomiting to prevent weight gain
Which term refers to the repeated loss and regain of body weight?
a. Weight cycling b. See-saw eating c. Fad dieting d. Circular eating e. Body dysmorphia
Brittany and Richard have noticed that their friend Mandy has lost a significant amount of weight from the fall to the spring semester. People are starting to comment on how thin she looks. Brittany has noticed that Mandy is only eating an orange for breakfast, a small bowl of salad with no salad dressing and a small piece of grilled chicken for lunch, and a cup of plain yogurt for dinner. Richard has been going to the gym with Mandy most days of the week. He enjoys lifting free weights, and Mandy usually runs on the treadmill for 45 minutes and then does 15 minutes of core exercises. In addition Mandy has shared with Brittany that she has not had her menstrual period for 4 months.
Mandy has also expressed that she is frustrated because people are making comments about how thin she looks and consequently has not gone to as many parties or social gatherings because she feels so uncomfortable. When Mandy does finally decide to seek treatment, what type of therapy would be important for her to receive? A) Physical rehabilitation to help improve her weight and bone density B) Psychotherapy to help treat the mental and emotional aspects of the disorder C) Nutritional rehabilitation and counseling D) Family therapy E) All of the above forms of therapy are important in treating an eating disorder