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14 Nutrition and Fluid Balance Questions
Question 1 of 5
A deficiency of iodine may lead to which of these?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Iodine deficiency can cause endemic goiter, hypothyroidism, and cretinism.
Question 2 of 5
Kwashiorkor is caused by deficiency of?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Kwashiorkor is caused by insufficient protein intake.
Question 3 of 5
Which dangerous bacteria may be present in raw eggs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Salmonella is commonly found in raw eggs.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is not an artificial sweetener?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sugar is natural, not artificial.
Question 5 of 5
Eating foods containing vitamin C at the same meal can increase the absorption of which mineral?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vitamin C enhances iron absorption.