Special Populations,also Called Vulnerable Populations,include People Who May Not Be

question 18

Multiple Choice

Special populations,also called vulnerable populations,include people who may not be fully capable of giving consent freely.Which of the following is NOT a special population?

• A)the homeless
• B)prisoners
• C)students
• D)women with red hair

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Definitions:

Set-Point

The theory that each individual has a genetically determined range of weight and temperature that their body will try to maintain to stay at optimal health.

Metabolism

The complex set of chemical reactions within a living organism that are necessary for the maintenance of life, involving energy production and utilization.

Food Restriction

The practice of limiting the amount and/or type of food ingested, often used for weight control or medical reasons.

Obesity

A medical condition involving excess body fat that increases the risk of health problems.