Vitamin A is necessary for maintaining skin and epithelial cellular integrity. Which type of cellular alteration is being prevented through adequate vitamin A intake?

a. Hyperplasia
b. Atrophy
c. Dysplasia
d. Metaplasia


d

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a. decrease in stored iron ? low hemoglobin concentration ? low blood plasma iron b. low hemoglobin concentration ? decrease in stored iron ? low blood plasma iron c. decrease in stored iron ? low blood plasma iron ? low hemoglobin concentration d. low blood plasma iron ? decrease in stored iron ? low hemoglobin concentration

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Mr. Maddox has not eaten since his surgery. He was started on clear liquids several days ago but has taken in very little. Using the ASPEN guidelines, justify his requirement for nutrition support

What will be an ideal response?

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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One strategy for reducing energy intake while maintaining satiety levels is to:

a. consume high-energy foods as first course. b. consume low-energy foods as a first course. c. consume less food at meal time. d. consume high-energy foods as snacks.

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