Describe the main difference between organic nutrients and minerals

What will be an ideal response?


Carbohydrates, fats and proteins are organic because they contain carbon. They also contain hydrogen and oxygen. Minerals contain a single element in the earth's crust.

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Electrolytes in the body function to:

a. maintain fluid balance. b. stimulate enzyme action. c. synthesize protein. d. maintain the health of cell membranes.

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People in the United States who are meeting their recommended intake for calcium usually are

a. taking calcium supplements. b. consuming liberal amounts of spinach. c. on prescription osteoporosis medications. d. low consumers of phytate-containing foods. e. lacto-ovo-vegetarians.

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During statistical analysis, the investigator may consider searching for statistical associations among various groups that may suggest a cause–effect relationship, without having generated prior hypotheses about these groups. This is known as ____

a. selection bias b. data dredging c. measurement testing d. confounding bias

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Which is a true statement about continuous enteral feedings?

A. They are administered daily for 30 minutes. B. They may be administered by gravity from a container suspended above the patient. C. They consist of the administration of approximately 250 mL of formula at a time D. They are usually more time consuming for staff to administer. E. They require a pump and other equipment to administer.

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