Intrinsic Factor

question 135

Multiple Choice

Intrinsic factor

• A) increases gastric motility.
• B) causes the release of stomach acid.
• C) facilitates the absorption of vitamin B₁₂.
• D) protects the stomach lining from the effects of stomach acid.
• E) stimulates the synthesis of DNA.

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Definitions:

Distortions of Body Image

A psychological condition where an individual has a distorted perception of their body size, shape, or appearance.

Suicidal Ideation

Thoughts about suicide, including considering or planning for suicide, which can range from fleeting thoughts to detailed planning.

Delusions

False beliefs held with strong conviction, despite superior evidence to the contrary, often seen in psychiatric disorders.

Hallucinations

Perceptual experiences that occur without an external stimulus, such as seeing, hearing, or feeling something that isn't actually present.