Diuretics are used to increase blood pressure by helping the body eliminate water
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Which of the following are considered "chemical relatives" of carbohydrates?
a. Ketones b. Alcohol and alcohol sugars c. High-fructose corn syrup d. Functional fibers
The nurse recognizes that an illness that interferes with the digestion or absorption of nutrients may ultimately lead to:
a. difficulty swallowing. b. inappropriate food intake. c. a shorter hospital stay. d. slower healing from injury.
What property of melamine led to the inappropriate incorporation of this chemical into pet foods?
A. It is a high-fat molecule and therefore made the pet foods better for the pets' skin. B. It is a flavor enhancer and therefore made it more likely that pets would consume the food. C. It is a nitrogen-containing chemical and therefore made the pet foods appear to have a higher protein content. D. It binds acrylamide and therefore prevents that potential carcinogen from being absorbed.