A major complication of weight-loss surgery can include _____.
a. increased appetite
b. increased thirst
c. nutritional deficiencies
d. an inability to process calcium
e. the development of diabetes
Q. 2The cuisine of the Middle East never features fruits combined with meat-based dishes.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 3Weight-loss surgeries _____.
a. reduce the capacity of the stomach
b. are dangerous and should be avoided
c. have no complications
d. worsen existing health conditions associated with obesity
e. are only rarely successful
Q. 4The traditional Middle East family feels that the modesty and chastity of the women in the family reflect on the honor of the whole family.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 5The surgical approach to weight loss can often be justified in cases of _____.
a. BMI 25-30
b. uncontrolled diabetes
c. clinically severe obesity
d. peptic ulcer disease
e. Prader-Willi syndrome
Q. 6Most Arab Muslim immigrants to the U.S. do not make any adaptations to their religious practices in the process of acculturating to America.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 7The prescription drug _____ is used to treat obesity by reducing the absorption of fat.
a. orlistat
b. topiramate
c. Olestra
d. Meridia
e. Qsymia
Q. 8Census data did not differentiate between Egyptians and other Middle Easterners prior to 1900.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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