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18 Cards in this Set
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Esophageal Varices
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enlargement of veins in the espohagus
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Esophageal reflux
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Chronic disease with reflux of the stomach
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Cirrhosis
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a disease of the liver often associated with alcoholism
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Cholecystitis
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condition of inflamation of the gallbladder
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Bile
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Yellow fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder until needed for digestion
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Aspiration Pneumonia
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inhalation of food or liquid to the lungs
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Ascites
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An accumulation of excess fluids in the abdomen
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Albumin
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Plasma protein responsible for regulating the osmotic force of blood
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Cholesterol free
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Less than 2 milligrams of cholesterol per serving and 2 grams of less saturated fat.
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Saturated fat
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solid fats found in most animal products
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Low saturated fat
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1 gram of less saturated fat per serving with no more than 15% of the calories coming from saturated fats.
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Fat free
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3 grams or less per serving
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Medical nutrition therapy
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A diet modified in nutrients and used as therapy for diabetes, renal and cardiovascular conditions.
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Grazing
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A manner of continuous eating throughout the day
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RDA
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recommended amount of nutrition to achieve health.
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Malnutrition
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A state of inadequate nutrition.
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Vegans
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A person who does not eat animal products.
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Nutrient density
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Amount of nutrients per kilocalorie.
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