Physicians Will Sometimes Prescribe Niacin in High Doses to

question 40

Multiple Choice

Physicians will sometimes prescribe niacin in high doses to

• A)help smokers quit smoking.
• B)lower LDL cholesterol.
• C)prevent numbness and nerve damage.
• D)improve immune function.
• E)prevent damage to cells due to free radicals.

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Definitions:

Ileum

The final and longest segment of the small intestine, where most of the absorption of nutrients and water takes place.

Duodenum

The first and shortest section of the small intestine, where a significant part of digestion occurs.

Helicobacter Pylori

A type of bacteria that infects the stomach lining and is one of the leading causes of ulcers and stomach inflammation.

Peptic Ulcers

sores that develop on the lining of the stomach, lower esophagus, or small intestine, usually due to infection or chronic use of anti-inflammatory medications.