Joan Sussman is in her second trimester of pregnancy and has experienced hyperemesis gravidarum (excessive vomiting, possible fluid and electrolyte imbalances) for 14 days. At this point, she is a candidate for ____
A) a clear liquid diet
B) a tube feeding
C) peripheral parenteral nutrition
D) total parenteral nutrition
D
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A. they have less lean body mass. B. they are smaller. C. they have a higher percentage of body fat. D! of all of the above.
Excess visceral fat and insulin resistance are shared characteristics among women with PCOS.
a. true b. false
Which of the following is appropriate treatment for relieving the symptoms of GERD?
a. antibiotic therapy b. surgical removal of the gallbladder c. omission of all lactose foods d. lose weight and eat small frequent meals
One gram of protein, one gram of carbohydrate, and one gram of fat provide ________, ________, and ________ calories, respectively
A. 4; 4; 9 B. 4; 9; 4 C. 9; 4; 4 D. 4; 7; 9