_____ is defined as changes in the frequency, size, consistency, or ease of passing stool.
A. Diarrhea
B. Constipation
C. Colic
D. GER
E. IUGR
Answer: B
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A person consumes 1000 mg of sodium from preservatives in processed foods along with an additional 2000 mg of salt. Does the sodium intake of the person fall within the limits established by the DRI committee?
No, the sodium intake of 3000 mg exceeds the UL. Yes, the sodium intake of 3000 mg falls within the UL. No, the sodium intake of 1800 mg exceeds the UL. Yes, the sodium intake of 1800 mg falls within the UL. Yes, the sodium intake of 1800 mg falls within the adequate level.
What did the DRI committee conclude regarding the association of high protein intakes with adverse health outcomes?
a. Epidemiological studies provide no evidence of the relationship between intake and adverse outcomes. b. The relationship between intake and adverse outcomes is probably not causal. c. Experimental data support the relationship between intake and adverse outcomes. d. The DRI committee has not yet evaluated the research on this association.
While waiting for a prescription to be filled, Dan decides to measure his blood pressure using the automated machine in the pharmacy. His blood pressure reading is 140 over 92 millimeters of mercury. He knows he has a few pounds to lose but has never known his blood pressure. Before returning home he goes to a fast-food restaurant and enjoys a cheeseburger and fries. At home, Dan tells his wife,
Tracy, about his findings and waits for her response. Let's see if you know as much as Tracy about the implications of blood pressure.How would Dan's blood pressure be interpreted? a. Low blood pressure b. Optimal blood pressure c. Prehypertension d. High blood pressure (hypertension) e. Near-optimal pressure
Mr. and Mrs. G are a late-30s married couple who come into an outpatient nutritional counseling center due to a referral from their physician who takes a special interest in genetics. They have both been tested for several genetic conditions due to their family history and concern over developing various chronic diseases. Mrs. G is particularly concerned due to the history of cancer and dementia
in her family, whereas obesity runs in Mr. G's family.Mr. G's genetic profile shows that he has a variation in the gene code for apolipoprotein E, which puts him at higher risk for: a. hyperlipidemia b. cystic fibrosis c. prostate cancer d. diabetes e. Alzheimer's disease