Which of the Following People Is at Highest Risk for Multiple

question 72

Multiple Choice

 Which of the following people is at highest risk for multiple sclerosis?

• A) an elderly man with a family history of multiple sclerosis living in Panama
• B) a young man living in California who spends a lot of time in the sun as a construction worker
• C) an older woman with a family history of multiple sclerosis who lives in Mexico
• D) a young woman with a history of mononucleosis living in New York

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Skinfold Thickness

A measure of subcutaneous fat used to estimate total body fat content.

Dysphagia

Difficulty in swallowing, which can stem from disorders affecting any part of the swallowing process, from oral intake to stomach entry.

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The evaluation of various health, dietary, and anthropometric indicators to determine an individual's nutritional status.

Inflamed Buccal Cavity

A condition where the lining of the mouth becomes swollen and sore, often due to infection or irritation.