Heart failure related to potassium loss may occur:
a. with diets low in fresh fruits and vegetables.
b. as a result of severe diarrhea.
c. in persons with diabetes.
d. due to an excessive intake of protein.
Q. 2The 2005 DRI for lactating women is _____ additional kcal per day to support 0.8 kg per month weight loss during the first 6 months.
a. 200
b. 330
c. 500
d. 650
e. unlimited
Q. 3Potassium:
a. is directly necessary for protein synthesis in cells.
b. protects bone structure against degeneration.
c. is the body's principal electrolyte inside the cells.
d. is necessary for wound healing.
e. helps maintain gastric acidity.
Q. 4Exclusively breastfed infants should receive a supplement for _____.
a. vitamin K only
b. vitamin D only
c. iron only
d. fluoride and vitamin D
e. vitamin D and vitamin K
Q. 5The most reliable food source of chloride is:
a. meats and whole-grain cereals.
b. salt.
c. dark green vegetables.
d. drinking water.
e. milk and milk products.
Q. 6A baby who is not given vitamin K at birth may have _____.
a. excessive bleeding due to a lack of blood clotting
b. decreased calcium absorption
c. increased incidence of colic
d. increased incidence of diarrhea
e. decreased hunger
Q. 7An important function of chloride in the body is to:
a. maintain fluid balance.
b. regulate metabolism.
c. develop bone cells.
d. control blood glucose levels.
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