The recommendation to treat an infant with acute diarrhea is to:
a. use a half-strength formula
b. rehydrate within 4-6 hours
c. limit or restrict use of a formula containing fiber
d. administer glucose and electrolytes only for the first 24 hours
Answer: b. rehydrate within 4-6 hours
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Weight loss in clients with AIDS is characterized by the loss of:
a. muscle protein. b. extracellular fluid. c. intracellular fluid. d. bone mass.
NP is a 30-year-old female who was diagnosed with HIV 10 years ago after exposure to the virus as a result of sharing needles (drug addiction). She has come to an outpatient clinic to get her medications and is now being visited by a registered dietitian. She reports that a physician diagnosed her with listeriosis three months ago and prescribed anti-diarrheal medication. HT: 5'2 WT: 129 pounds
UBW: 136 pounds (3 months ago) CD4 count: 451 cells/?L Alb: 2.9 mg/dL If NP's diarrhea cannot be remedied or controlled, what is the primary short-term concern? a. dehydration b. muscle cramps c. muscle wasting d. osteoporosis e. peripheral neuropathy
Which individual's activity had the highest calorie cost?
a. Sara, who weighs 145 lb and did step aerobics (0.062 cal/lb/min) for 35 minutes b. Ben, who weighs 180 lb and walked on the treadmill (0.048 cal/lb/min) for 25 minutes c. Mary, who weighs 120 lb and rode her bike (0.076 cal/lb/min) for 20 minutes d. Andrew, who weighs 163 lb and swam (0.058 cal/lb/min) for 30 minutes e. Kia, who weighs 185lb and ran on the treadmill (0.061cal/lb/min) for 25 minutes
A circular muscle that can open and close and acts to regulate the flow of materials in one direction is referred to as ________.
A. peristalsis B. a pump C. enterohepatic circulation D. a sphincter