121.What is one of the signs of constipation?

a.increased thirst

b.inability to digest fats

c.fewer than one bowel movement per day

d.fewer than 3 bowel movements per week

122.People are said to be constipated when they experience which of the following events?

a.painful or difficult bowel movements

b.reflux more than 3 times a month

c.more than a day without a bowel movement

d.soft or watery bowel movements with little notice

123.Which of the following would all be recommended to treat constipation?

a.increasing water intake, decreasing fibre intake, increasing physical activity

b.increasing water intake, decreasing fibre intake, including prune juice

c.increasing vegetables and fruits, increasing physical activity, increasing water intake

d.increasing whole grains, restricting fluids, increasing physical activity

124.Which of the following signs is most likely to result from insufficient intake of fibre?

a.diarrhea

b.bloating

c.constipation

d.pancreatitis

125.Which of the following is a common cause of constipation?

a.high-fat diet

b.high-carbohydrate diet

c.low fibre diet

d.high milk diet

126.Which of the following dietary measures is recommended to relieve constipation?

a.eating  less fibre

b.drinking prune juice

c.eating less fat

d.drinking less water

127.Which of these is the primary cause for belching?

a.swallowing air

b.viral infections

c.eating spicy foods

d.drinking alcoholic beverages

128.Colonic irrigation is a popular practice for treatment of which of the following?

a.belching

b.constipation

c.rapid peristalsis

d.explosive diarrhea

129.Holding the breath for as long as possible is considered an effective treatment for which of the following problems?

a.colitis

b.hiccups

c.belching

d.gastroesophageal reflux

130.Which of the following nutrients is most likely to cause intestinal gas?

a.protein

b.carbohydrate

c.fats.

d.sulphur