In which way might osteoarthritis affect a person's nutrition status?
a. It predisposes a person to a sedentary life, leading to obesity.
b. It may cause difficulties in regulating fluid balance.
c. It increases the risk of malabsorption of nutrients.
d. It increases the risk of infections, leading to weight loss.
Question 2
In which way might dental disease lead to declines in a person's nutrition status?
a. It may lead to weight gain.
b. It may lead to difficulty chewing and thus reduce food intake.
c. It may alter cognitive ability to choose foods wisely.
d. It may cause difficulties in regulating fluid balance.
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