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naturalchemist

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Why might patients with the nephrotic syndrome be advised to eat foods that are high in potassium?
 A) Treatment with certain diuretics results in potassium loss.
  B) Protein loss is typically accompanied by potassium loss.
  C) They are unable to properly absorb potassium.
  D) They are not; they are advised to avoid high-potassium foods.

Question 2

Estrogen therapy for osteoporosis is often rejected because it may increase risk for ____.
 A) cancer
  B) heart disease
  C) hypertension
  D) diverticulosis


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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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