The Three Body Systems That Can Be Affected by a Thiamin

question 26

Multiple Choice

The three body systems that can be affected by a thiamin deficiency are the

• A) nervous, respiratory, and urinary systems.
• B) nervous, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal systems.
• C) gastrointestinal, respiratory, and endocrine systems.
• D) lymphatic, cardiovascular, and endocrine systems.

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Definitions:

Marasmus

A wasting disease in which the body’s fat and muscle are depleted; growth stops and the body wastes away, taking on a hollow appearance.

Kwashiorkor

A malnutrition disease in children caused by deprivation of protein and calories and characterized by lethargy, bloating, and swelling of the stomach.

Muscular Dystrophy

A group of genetic disorders characterized by progressive weakness and degeneration of skeletal muscles over time.

Adult Weight

The body weight of an individual after fully completing physical growth, typically measured during adulthood.