A Disease in Which Intestinal Uptake of Nutrients Is Impaired

question 79

Multiple Choice

A disease in which intestinal uptake of nutrients is impaired is:

• A)constipation
• B)lactose intolerance
• C)impaired glucose tolerance
• D)malabsorption syndrome
• E)gastrocolonic reflex

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Definitions:

Psi

Pounds per square inch, a unit of pressure measurement used to quantify the force exerted in a given area, commonly used in measuring tire and air system pressures.

Atmospheric Pressure

The pressure exerted by the weight of the atmosphere at any given point, usually measured in millibars (mb) or inches of mercury (Hg).

Sea Level

The average height of the ocean's surface between high and low tide, used as a reference point for measuring elevations and atmospheric pressure.

Fluid

A substance that has fluidity; that is, it lacks definite shape and both flows readily and yields to the slightest pressure. Most liquids and gases are fluids.