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sheilaspns

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on: Aug 20, 2018
What is the primary cause of malabsorption in people with celiac disease?
 
  A) damage to the lining of the esophagus B) ulceration of the large intestine
  C) an allergic reaction throughout the GI tract D) erosion of the villi of the small intestine

Question 2

Wasting is a condition characterized by
 
  A) short-stature-for-age. B) decreased Caloric intake.
  C) extreme thinness. D) nutrient overload.


zhanghao

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

D

Answer to Question 2

C


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