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Mod C Unit 2
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05/04/2013

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Term
type of fat necessary for vitamin D and bile acid production
Definition
Cholesterol
Term
Type of learning based on what the patient already knows
Definition
Cognitive
Term
Psychological fear of gaining weight, causing a lack of appetite
Definition
Anorexia
Term
Inflammation of the skin caused by irritation or riboflavin deficiency
Definition
Dermatitis
Term
Inflammation of the tongue
Definition
Glossitis
Term
Inability of the digestive system to absorb required nutrients
Definition
Malabsorption
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Abnormal bone softening caused by vitamin D deficiency
Definition
Osteomalacia
Term
Condition caused by a lack of vitamin C in the diet
Definition
Scurvy
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To make or take in
Definition
Synthesize
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Dietary fats that have been broken down into fatty acids and glycerol
Definition
Triglycerides
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Awake; aware of one's surroundings
Definition
Conscious
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Electrical shock to the heart to maintain heart rhythm
Definition
Defibrillation
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High blood sugar level, can cause diabetic coma
Definition
Hyperglycemia
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Prevention of movement; inability to move
Definition
Immobilization
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Sudden involuntary muscle activity leading to a change in level of consciousness and behavior
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Seizure
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Fainting
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Syncope
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Bringing together;bonding
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Synergy
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Not responding to stimuli
Definition
Unconscious
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Condition caused by a deficiency of thiamin (vitamin B1)
Definition
Beriberi
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Taking in of nutrient material
Definition
Assimilation
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Substance that acts against oxidizing agents
Definition
Antioxidant
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Type of learning based on feelings and emotions
Definition
Affective
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Complex proteins that break down amino acids
Definition
Enzymes
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Alcohol that is made up of fat
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Glycerol
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Inadequate nutrition
Definition
Malnutrition
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