Which disease decreases the metabolic rate?
A- Cancer
B- Hypothyroidism
C- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
D- Cardiac failure
Correct Response: B
Hypothyroidism causes a decreased metabolic demand, so fewer calories are required. Cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or cardiac failure all increase the metabolic demands and the need for added calories.
A- Cancer
B- Hypothyroidism
C- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
D- Cardiac failure
Correct Response: B
Hypothyroidism causes a decreased metabolic demand, so fewer calories are required. Cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or cardiac failure all increase the metabolic demands and the need for added calories.