The nurse caring for a client with pressure ulcers. What should the nurse consider as the role of vitamins and minerals in this client's care?
a. Promoting weight gain
b. Maintaining fluid balances
c. Replacement of muscle mass
d. Encourage the healing process
d. Encourage the healing process
Vitamins and minerals play an important role in each stage of the healing process and are necessary to promote wound healing. Vitamins and minerals do not promote weight gain or play a role in maintaining a fluid balance in the body. Proteins are needed for replacement of lean muscle mass.
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Which national agency establishes standards for workplace safety?
1. National Institute of Health and Safety 2. National Institute of Occupational Safety 3. Occupational Safety and Health Administration 4. Occupational Work and Safety
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