Testing of the integrity of the olfactory nerve involves either pinching or blocking of one nostril while the patient is blindfolded or with the eyes closed, then have the patient smell aromatic substances such as coffee, vanilla, cinnamon, etc.

The knee-jerk reflex, or patellar reflex, is an involuntary response that occurs when the patellar tendon is tapped, causing the quadriceps muscle to contract and the lower leg to kick forward, helping maintain posture and muscle tone.

As fatty acids are absorbed through the intestinal lining for transport through the body, the following actions take place:

They are typically combined with glycerol to form triglycerides, which are then packaged into structures called chylomicrons. Chylomicrons are large lipoprotein particles that transport dietary fats (including triglycerides) from the small intestine to various tissues in the body, including adipose tissue (fat cells) and muscle cells. Chylomicrons travel through the lymphatic system and eventually enter the bloodstream, where they deliver fats to cells throughout the body for energy production, storage, and other metabolic processes.

The Mediterranean diet supports heart health while including foods high in fat. TRUE.

A fat that is composed primarily of saturated fatty acids is likely to be Firmer at room temperature than a less saturated fat.