The Hypermetabolic State Leading to Cachexia in Terminal Cancer Is

question 18

Multiple Choice

The hypermetabolic state leading to cachexia in terminal cancer is thought to be due to

• A) tumor necrosis factor.
• B) angiogenesis.
• C) loss of ATP production.
• D) pain medications.

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