Malabsorption of certain minerals is common in persons with fat malabsorption. This can ultimately result in:
a. fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
b. increased risk of bone loss.
c. loss of taste acuity.
d. insulin resistance.
Q. 2Over _____ million adults have one or more CVD diagnoses.
a. 125.5
b. 15.8
c. 83.6
d. 65.7
e. 242.4
Q. 3Fat malabsorption is associated with all of the following except:
a. weight loss.
b. essential fatty acid deficiency.
c. loss of sodium and potassium.
d. increased risk of kidney stones.
Q. 4Risk factors for cardiovascular diseases include _____.
a. low triglyceride level
b. low level of HDL
c. low blood pressure
d. high level of HDL
e. periodic physical activity
Q. 5Malabsorption of fat results in:
a. steatorrhea.
b. loss of amino acids.
c. loss of water-soluble vitamins.
d. weight gain.
Q. 6The physiological effects of atherosclerosis include _____.
a. increased blood circulation to the heart
b. decreased blood pressure
c. increased energy
d. decreased flexibility of blood vessels
e. increased circulation in the extremities
Q. 7Commercial sports drinks are not recommended for the treatment of severe diarrhea because they are too:
a. expensive.
b. high in sodium.
c. low in sodium.
d. low in potassium.
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