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What is the recommended daily intake of total water for adult men?

3.7 liters (correct)
4.5 liters
3.5 liters
4.0 liters

What is the classification for blood pressure with a systolic reading of 150 mmHg and a diastolic reading of 95 mmHg?

Prehypertension
Normal Blood Pressure
Stage 1 Hypertension (correct)
Stage 2 Hypertension

What is the recommended daily intake of sodium for adults?

2,500 milligrams
2,000 milligrams
1,500 milligrams (correct)
1,000 milligrams

What is the primary function of potassium in the body?

Maintaining fluid balance (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum systolic reading for Stage 2 Hypertension?

160 mmHg (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily intake of potassium for adults?

3,400 milligrams (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily water intake for women?

2.7 liters (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone helps increase blood calcium levels by stimulating the release of calcium from bones?

Parathyroid hormone (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary site of calcium absorption in the body?

Small intestine (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which system helps regulate blood calcium levels by controlling calcium excretion in urine?

Renal System (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of calcitonin in regulating blood calcium levels?

It decreases blood calcium levels by promoting calcium deposition in bones (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of Vitamin D deficiency in children?

Rickets (C) Signup and view all the answers

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