Which of the Following Accurately Describes Fat-Soluble Vitamins

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately describes fat-soluble vitamins? 

• A) They travel freely and are absorbed directly into the blood. 
• B) They circulate freely in water-filled parts of the body. 
• C) Deficiency symptoms sometimes take a year or more to develop on a poor diet. 
• D) The kidneys detect and remove excesses in urine. 
• E) They are needed in frequent doses, perhaps ever 1 to 3 days.

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Definitions:

Hepatomegaly

An enlargement of the liver beyond its normal size, which can be a sign of various diseases or conditions.

Enlarged Liver

A condition where the liver is larger than normal, often indicating liver disease or inflammation.

Distended Bowel

A condition where the bowel becomes enlarged or swollen due to excess gas, fluid, or other substances.

Hyperthyroidism

a condition characterized by the overproduction of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland, leading to various systemic symptoms.