Author Question: Alcohol abuse is associated with poor nutritional status because a. alcohol intake increases ... (Read 127 times)

melina_rosy · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

Alcohol abuse is associated with poor nutritional status because

a. alcohol intake increases basal metabolic rate.
b. alcoholic beverages displace healthful foods from the diet.
c. alcohol increases the desire for foods high in fat and sugar.
d. alcoholics often eat in bars that serve a limited number of foods.

Question 2

Diarrhea associated with lactose intolerance can result in nutritional deficiencies and electrolyte imbalance. A child with lactose intolerance may need calcium and vitamin D supplements to meet their requirements for:

1. Adequate blood clotting. 2. Bone mineralization and growth. 3. Fat stores in the buttocks and breasts. 4. Muscle tissue.

jaygar71 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Alcohol provides kcals but no nutrients and depresses appetite, which reduces intake of healthful foods. Alcohol affects nutrient absorption, metabolism, and excretion, but not basal metabolic rate. It does not increase the desire for foods high in fat and sugar. Many alcoholics drink at home and so are not limited to foods served in bars.

Answer to Question 2

2
Rationale: Adequate amounts of calcium and vitamin D are needed for growth and bone mineralization among children. An injection of vitamin K at birth supplies the needed stores to avoid bleeding until the infant is able to obtain a supply through breast milk or formula. Vitamin D and calcium do not contribute to fat stores or muscle development in the body.