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Which type of vitamins are stored in fat tissues and body oils?
Which type of vitamins are stored in fat tissues and body oils?
- Vitamin A, D, E, and K
- Fat-soluble vitamins (correct)
- Water-soluble vitamins
- Vitamin B and C
What are the main functions of Vitamin A?
What are the main functions of Vitamin A?
- Excretion of waste products from the body
- Vision, healthy skin, healthy mucous membranes, bone and tooth growth, and immune system function (correct)
- Regulation of blood pressure
- Energy production in the body
Which type of vitamins are expelled quickly (except B12) in urine?
Which type of vitamins are expelled quickly (except B12) in urine?
- Vitamin C
- Fat-soluble vitamins
- Water-soluble vitamins (correct)
- Vitamin K
What are the examples of fat-soluble vitamins?
What are the examples of fat-soluble vitamins?
What is the role of B vitamins in the body?
What is the role of B vitamins in the body?
Which vitamin serves as an antioxidant to prevent free-radical damage and aids in immune function, cell-signaling, and gene expression?
Which vitamin serves as an antioxidant to prevent free-radical damage and aids in immune function, cell-signaling, and gene expression?
What is the main risk factor or cause of Vitamin K deficiency in infants?
What is the main risk factor or cause of Vitamin K deficiency in infants?
What are the exogenous sources of Vitamin D?
What are the exogenous sources of Vitamin D?
Which condition is associated with Vitamin A deficiency in adults?
Which condition is associated with Vitamin A deficiency in adults?
What is the acute symptom of Vitamin E over-supplementation?
What is the acute symptom of Vitamin E over-supplementation?
Which vitamin is stored in the body, except for B12?
Which vitamin is stored in the body, except for B12?
What is the primary function of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)?
What is the primary function of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)?
Which mineral is regulated by cholecalciferol levels and has 99% stored in bones and teeth?
Which mineral is regulated by cholecalciferol levels and has 99% stored in bones and teeth?
What are the symptoms of Vitamin B3 (Niacin) toxicity?
What are the symptoms of Vitamin B3 (Niacin) toxicity?
What is the primary function of potassium in the body?
What is the primary function of potassium in the body?
Which of the following is a risk factor for vitamin D deficiency?
Which of the following is a risk factor for vitamin D deficiency?
What can be a symptom of iron toxicity?
What can be a symptom of iron toxicity?
Where is the majority of the body's calcium stored?
Where is the majority of the body's calcium stored?
What is the function of vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) in pregnant women?
What is the function of vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) in pregnant women?
What is the recommended supplementation for vegans and vegetarians?
What is the recommended supplementation for vegans and vegetarians?
Which nutrient is absorbed exclusively in the proximal small intestine, especially the duodenum?
Which nutrient is absorbed exclusively in the proximal small intestine, especially the duodenum?
What is the likely cause of celiac disease?
What is the likely cause of celiac disease?
Which tropical area does tropical sprue affect?
Which tropical area does tropical sprue affect?
What is a potential treatment for bacterial overgrowth syndrome?
What is a potential treatment for bacterial overgrowth syndrome?
Which disease is caused by Tropheryma whipplei?
Which disease is caused by Tropheryma whipplei?
What is a characteristic symptom of short-bowel syndrome?
What is a characteristic symptom of short-bowel syndrome?
Which disorder is characterized by osmotic diarrhea and suggests malabsorption syndrome?
Which disorder is characterized by osmotic diarrhea and suggests malabsorption syndrome?
What can cause steatorrhea due to an abnormality in the intraluminal phase of lipid absorption?
What can cause steatorrhea due to an abnormality in the intraluminal phase of lipid absorption?
Which mineral is associated with the increased intestinal absorption disorder known as Wilson's disease?
Which mineral is associated with the increased intestinal absorption disorder known as Wilson's disease?
Which disorder is characterized by refeeding syndrome, and how does it manifest?
Which disorder is characterized by refeeding syndrome, and how does it manifest?
In which phase of lipid absorption does an abnormality cause steatorrhea?
In which phase of lipid absorption does an abnormality cause steatorrhea?
What is the primary mechanism underlying osmotic diarrhea in malabsorption syndromes?
What is the primary mechanism underlying osmotic diarrhea in malabsorption syndromes?
Which condition can result from refeeding of malnourished patients?
Which condition can result from refeeding of malnourished patients?
What is the initial treatment for malnourished patients at risk of refeeding syndrome?
What is the initial treatment for malnourished patients at risk of refeeding syndrome?
What electrolyte imbalance may occur as a result of refeeding syndrome?
What electrolyte imbalance may occur as a result of refeeding syndrome?
What is the recommended daily weight gain in adults during refeeding?
What is the recommended daily weight gain in adults during refeeding?
What baseline labs should be obtained before initiating refeeding in malnourished patients?
What baseline labs should be obtained before initiating refeeding in malnourished patients?
What should be given before the start of refeeding to prevent thiamine deficiency?
What should be given before the start of refeeding to prevent thiamine deficiency?
When should electrolyte replacements be given in malnourished patients during refeeding?
When should electrolyte replacements be given in malnourished patients during refeeding?
What is the initial caloric intake recommended for the highest risk patients during refeeding?
What is the initial caloric intake recommended for the highest risk patients during refeeding?
