On average, adolescents consume diets inadequate in several vitamins and minerals, including _____.

A. iodine
B. vitamin C 
C. fluoride
D. potassium
E. vitamin B12


Answer: B

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Preterm infants usually require high calorie feeds that provide _____ kcal per oz.

A. 18–20 B. 22–24  C. 26–28 D. 28–30 E. 34–37

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Georgiana is 75 years old. She is very healthy and the only medication she takes is a prescription drug that reduces her stomach's acid production. Her diet includes a variety of foods from all food groups. Based on this information, Georgiana is at risk of developing ________.

A. pellagra B. diabetes C. beriberi D. nerve damage

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Which of the following is a major function of chloride?

a. Participates in wound healing b. Helps maintain gastric acidity c. Acts as principal intracellular electrolyte d. Protects bone structures against degeneration

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A plant-based diet is most effective at:

What will be an ideal response?

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