What Effect Does Zinc Deficiency Have on the Body?​

question 83

Multiple Choice

What effect does zinc deficiency have on the body?​

• A)a minor effect because zinc has only a limited role in the body
• B)impairs the immune response,leading to increased infections
• C)​increases metabolism and increases appetite,leading to weight gain
• D)​reduces iron absorption because iron needs zinc for transport
• E)​increases hair growth and red blood cell breakdown

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Definitions:

Oropharyngeal Suctioning

The process of removing saliva, blood, or other secretions from the upper part of the throat to prevent aspiration.

Nasal Cannula

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Productive Cough

A cough that expels mucus or phlegm from the respiratory tract, indicating the clearing of airways.

Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia

A type of lung infection that occurs in people who are on mechanical ventilation breathing machines in hospitals, posing significant risks.