Patient X has a hemoglobin of 11 g/dL (Normal: 12-16 g/dL) and a hematocrit of 33% (Normal: 36-48%). From this information, which of the following can be assessed?
a. This patient has an anemia.
b. This patient has an anemia of chronic disease.
c. This patient has a folate-deficiency anemia.
d. This patient has iron-deficiency anemia.
a
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a. Metabolic syndrome b. Body weight distribution c. Body mass index d. Body composition e. Relative energy index
Describe the dietary factors that regulate hemostasis.
What will be an ideal response?
The Nutrition Facts Panel on a box of crackers indicates that one serving provides 140 calories, with 55 calories coming from fat. Calculate the percentage of calories from fat in this product.
a) 39% b) 55% c) 85% d) Need more information to calculate.
To alleviate nausea you would tell a client to:
a. limit highly spiced foods. b. drink liquids with meals. c. consume hot meals. d. eat as quickly as possible.