Which of the following feeding tube placement sites would be the most appropriate for a client who is expected to be on a tube feeding for less than 4 weeks?

a. gastrostomy
b. jejunostomy
c. nasogastric
d. duodenostomy


c

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A. Thiamin B. Vitamin B-6 C. Niacin D. Riboflavin

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Deficiency of which of the following minerals is associated with retarded growth and sexual development in children?

a. Iron b. Zinc c. Iodine d. Chromium

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____________________________ are red, orange, and yellow pigments found in plant foods; beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, and beta-cryptoxanthin are vitamin A precursors, and include lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin

a. Carotenoids b. Free Radicals c. Phytochemicals d. All of the above

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Appropriate foods for a postgastrectomy diet include _____

a. lean, tender meats b. fruit punch c. milk shakes d. frosted flakes e. caffeinated beverages

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