Which of the following is a limitation of body mass index (BMI)?


Ans: BMI has limited consideration of body composition.

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A lacto-ovo vegetarian wishing to ensure a liberal intake of linolenic acid should consume ____

a. eggs and milk c. safflower oil margarine b. canola oil and walnuts d. corn oil and sunflower oil

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What is an adult's responsibility when it comes to controlling a child's eating?

a. Decide how much the child will eat at mealtime b. Insist that the child clean her plate c. Allow eating only at mealtime and forbid snacking d. Decide what food is offered and when it is offered

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Which physical finding may be associated with anorexia nervosa?

a. lanugo b. hirsutism c. diarrhea d. tachycardia e. elevated plasma glucose

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