Individuals Who Lack Intrinsic Factor Are at High Risk for a Deficiency

question 86

Multiple Choice

Individuals who lack intrinsic factor are at high risk for a deficiency of:

• A) vitamin A.
• B) vitamin D.
• C) vitamin B₆.
• D) vitamin B₁₂.

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Definitions:

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder marked by episodes of excessive eating followed by inappropriate methods of weight control, such as vomiting or excessive exercise.

Behavioral Therapist

A mental health professional who uses techniques based on learning theories to help patients modify maladaptive behaviors.

Exposure

A therapeutic technique in psychology where individuals confront their fears by being brought into direct or imagined contact with the feared object, activity, or situation.

Response Prevention

A cognitive-behavioral therapy technique aimed at preventing individuals from performing their typical compulsive behaviors in response to anxiety-provoking stimuli.