Which component of gastric juice is necessary for the breakdown of proteins?
a. HCl c. Intrinsic factor
b. Pepsin d. Potassium
B
Gastric juice is composed of hydrochloric acid (HCl), pepsin (necessary for the breakdown of protein), mucus, intrinsic factor (necessary for vitamin B12 absorption), sodium, and potassium.
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A nurse assesses a client who is experiencing an acid-base imbalance. The client's arterial blood gas values are pH 7.32, PaO2 94 mm Hg, PaCO2 34 mm Hg, and HCO3- 18 mEq/L. For which clinical manifestations should the nurse assess? (Select all that apply
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A health care organization has just achieved Magnet status
During the award ceremony the organization's chief executive officer should give primary praise for this achievement to which employees? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Medical staff 2. Nurse executive 3. Staff nurses 4. Managers in support services such as laboratory and radiology 5. Administrative professionals overseeing services such as accounting, billing, and medical records