Author Question: Water is not an essential reactant in the chemical reactions of living organisms. Indicate ... (Read 151 times)

BrownTown3 · **on:** Jul 3, 2018

Water is not an essential reactant in the chemical reactions of living organisms.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

_________________________ interferes with the absorption, intake, and use of thiamine.

a. Hypoglycemia
b. Hyperglycemia
c. Chronic alcoholism
d. Beta-blocker overdose

LP · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 3, 2018

Answer to Question 1

FALSE

Answer to Question 2

c
Rationale: c. Chronic alcoholism interferes with the absorption, intake, and use of thiamine. Prior to the administration of glucose, thiamine should be administered.