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Alainaaa8

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The two leading causes of death among the elderly are heart disease and _____.
 a. cancer
 b. accidents (automobile)
  c. arthritis
 d. Alzheimer's/dementia
  e. diabetes

Question 2

Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10 tall and currently weighs 145 pounds.
  Mr. Jamison begins experiencing hyperglycemia as his disease progresses. The appropriate diet for him is:
 
 a. low in protein.
  b. consistent in carbohydrate.
  c. low in sodium.
  d. consistent in fat.


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debra928

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

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Alainaaa8

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Gracias!

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