Evaluate Mr. Campbell's initial nursing assessment. What important factors noted in his nutrition assessment may support the diagnosis of malnutrition?
What will be an ideal response?
• abdominal appearance: flat
• palpation of abdomen: soft
• dry skin
• tenting skin turgor
• skin condition: ecchymosis, dry, tearing
• mucous membranes: dry, petechiae
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Explain how the body uses food molecules to maintain its basic functions
What will be an ideal response
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What organ converts ammonia (NH3) to urea?
a. Small intestine b. Pancreas c. Kidney d. Liver
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What is arachidonic acid?
A. an amino acid B. a polysaccharide C. an omega-3 fatty acid D. an omega-6 fatty acid E. an omega-9 fatty acid
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Most of the ________ consumed in the United States is imported from other countries.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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