About what percentage of iron is absorbed from a vegetarian diet?
a. 10
b. 15
c. 25
d. 30
e. 35
Answer: A
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a. continuous infusion. b. cyclic infusion. c. NPO. d. bolus infusion.
All of the following are true regarding iron EXCEPT:
1.it transports oxygen as a component of hemoglobin in red blood cells. 2.cooking foods in iron pans increases the iron content of foods. 3.overdose can result in atherosclerosis in adults. 4.milk products are a good food source.
Which is a true statement about limiting nutrients in infancy?
a. Iron supplementation is initiated when infants are 6 months of age b. Vitamin D supplementation is needed in breastfed infants because the content is low in breast milk c. Low intake of dietary fiber is a common cause of constipation in infants d. Fluoride is not needed until teeth start erupting in late infancy
Describe how kcal and nutrient needs differ depending on trimester of pregnancy.
What will be an ideal response?