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1
Q

body mass index (BMI) = kg / m^2 OR (lbs x ____) / in^2

A

lbs x 705 / in^2

2
Q

Essential AAs in diet can be remembered using the mnemonic PVT TIM HALL, which stands for…?

A

Phenylalanine Valine Threonine

Tryptophan Isoleucine Methionine

Histidine Arginine Leucine Lysine

3
Q

____ nitrogen balance can be used to indicate an AA is essential.

A

NEGATIVE nitrogen balance.

4
Q

Marasmus can be distinguished from Kwashiorkor by _____, usually seen in Kwashiorkor.

A

EDEMA in kwashiorkor

5
Q

High fiber may decrease absorption of _____ soluble vitamins.

A

FAT