The structure of a triglyceride is:
a. 4 fatty acids and a glycerol.
b. 1 fatty acid and a glycerol.
c. 3 fatty acids and a glycerol.
d. 2 fatty acids and a glycerol.
c
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A. absorb vitamins efficiently B. build muscle tissue more efficiently C. digest proteins more rapidly D. lose weight rapidly
Mr. Lew was transported to the emergency room (ER) by emergency transport. City police officers called an ambulance after finding Mr. Lew lying in an alley with apparent unconsciousness. The emergency medical team started an intravenous (IV), and upon arriving at the ER, Mr. Lew had regained consciousness but is now unconscious again. Physical data collected included the following:
? Physical appearance is unkempt and dirty. Odor suggests consumption of alcohol is likely. T 96, P 124, R 36, B/P 90/40 Very emaciated appearance Legs and arms very dry and flaky Mottled purplish areas to lower extremities Edema 3+ in ankles and lower legs Abdomen tight and distended Facial color and nail beds pale No response to painful or verbal stimuli ? After physician examination, Mr. Lew was admitted to the hospital with malnutrition, R/O pancreatitis, and cirrhosis of the liver due to ETOH abuse. ? Identify nursing interventions to meet the identified goals.
The Nutrition Facts panel shows the amounts of all of the following except:
A. Omega-3 Fats B. Saturated Fats C. Total Fat D. Trans Fat
Vitamin A is transported from the liver through the bloodstream to target tissues and cells with the assistance of
A) tocopherols. B) opsin. C) retinol-binding protein. D) beta-carotene.