Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Individuals who have marasmus are starving and need to be fed.
2. As long as a protein which has all the essential amino acids, it should be consumed liberally.
3. Animal foods have higher protein quality than plant foods.
1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE
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a. 504 Accommodation and IDEA b. HHS Maternal and Child Health c. SSI d. USDA Child Nutrition Program e. Americans with Disabilities Act
John is a 52-year-old factory worker. He has been admitted to the hospital and presents with muscle weakness and inflammation of his mouth. He is a bit confused and states that he isn't drinking now although he has a history of alcohol abuse. He has lost quite a bit of weight in the last six months, and his dietary intake has been poor. He was laid off a year ago but he is back to work part-time
Further testing has been ordered to determine the cause for concern and confirm the diagnosis. What might be another sign that the MD may report upon examining John, or a symptom that you would expect John to complain of? a. Enlarged and inflamed tongue (glossitis) b. Rough, red skin that eventually turns dark c. Bleeding gums d. Fishy body odor
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a. 200 IU/day b. 400 IU/day c. 600 IU/day d. 800 IU/day
Which nutrient has functions similar to those of vitamin E?
A) ?iron B) ?selenium C) ?chromium D) ?molybdenum