Health and Wellness Essentials
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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?

    <p>Maintaining fluid balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum systolic reading for Stage 2 Hypertension?

    <p>160 mmHg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended daily intake of potassium for adults?

    <p>3,400 milligrams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended daily water intake for women?

    <p>2.7 liters</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Parathyroid hormone</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Small intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Renal System</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It decreases blood calcium levels by promoting calcium deposition in bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of Vitamin D deficiency in children?

    <p>Rickets</p> Signup and view all the answers

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