Which of these foodborne illnesses is not caused b

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Which of these food-borne illnesses is not caused by bacteria?

A. Cholera B. Typhoid C. Botulism D. Hepatitis A

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Hepatitis A is viral, not bacterial.

Two situations in which a person may experience fluid and electrolyte imbalances are:

A. Vomiting and burns. B. Diarrhea and cuts. C. Broken bones and fever. D. Heavy sweating and excessive carbohydrate intake.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Fluid and electrolyte imbalances occur due to vomiting and burns.

For a woman who is at the appropriate weight for height and is carrying a single fetus, the recommended weight gain during pregnancy is:

A. 40-60 pounds. B. 10-20 pounds. C. 25-35 pounds. D. 20-40 pounds.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Recommended weight gain is 25-35 pounds.

Children who are hungry may be irritable or apathetic because:

A. They need vitamin D. B. They have had too many sweets. C. Their blood glucose is low. D. Their blood glucose is high.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Low blood glucose causes irritability and apathy.

Smoking increases the need for:

A. Vitamin E. B. Vitamin C. C. Folate. D. Iron.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Smoking depletes Vitamin C levels.

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