During the early stages of stress, therapeutic nutrition is aimed at:
a. providing glucose for energy.
b. supplying protein for tissue repair.
c. correcting fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
d. administering fatty acids to maintain brain function.
c
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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a. increase electrolyte replacement b. high calorie foods c. small, frequent meals d. foods that are moist
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A. saturated B. polyunsaturated C. essential D. monounsaturated
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