Describe one health consequence for obese children affecting each of the following physiological systems: cardiovascular, orthopedic, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, and endocrine.
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Q. 2HHS is often associated with dehydration. After reading Mitch's chart, list the data that are consistent with dehydration. What factors in Mitch's history may have contributed to his dehydration?
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Q. 3Current research indicates that the cause of childhood obesity is multifactorial. Briefly outline how genetics, environment, and nutritional intake might contribute to the development of obesity in children.
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Q. 4What are the potential risks and benefits of a vegetarian diet?
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Q. 5Describe at least four ways the body uses proteins.
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Q. 6Explain why severe edema is a common sign in kwashiorkor.
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Q. 7Briefly describe protein synthesis in a cell. Include the following terms: nucleus, ribosome, DNA, mRNA, tRNA, amino acids, and cytoplasm.
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Q. 8Under what circumstances are the body's proteins broken down to provide energy for the body? Is this a good thing to have happen?
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