Who Would Be at the Greatest Risk of Developing Osteomalacia

question 75

Multiple Choice

Who would be at the greatest risk of developing osteomalacia?

• A) obese men who are institutionalized
• B) children breastfed for an exceptionally long time
• C) children with little exposure to the sun
• D) men with low calcium intakes

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Definitions:

Caloric Intake

The total number of calories consumed through eating and drinking, essential for determining dietary needs and maintaining energy balance.

Stimulant Consumption

The intake of substances that increase activity in the central nervous system, leading to increased alertness, attention, and energy.

Problem-focused Coping

A strategy for managing stress by directly tackling a stressful situation to alleviate or eliminate its source.

Emotion-focused Coping

A coping strategy where individuals reduce stress by managing the emotions that the stressor invokes rather than addressing the problem causing the stress.