Individuals who have diseases that result in the malabsorption of ________ are at risk for a vitamin D deficiency.

A. carbohydrate.
B. fat.
C. minerals.
D. protein.


Answer: B. fat.

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Based on the DRIs, the recommended protein intake for school-age children is _____ g of protein per kg body weight per day for 4- to 13-year-old girls and boys.

A. 0.75 B. 0.80 C. 0.85 D. 0.90 E. 0.95

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How many calories are in 1.5 liters of a 25% dextrose solution?

a. 850 b. 1275 c. 1000 d. 1500

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A serious complication of BMT that occurs in 30-50% of patients is:

a. low WBC. b. increased Fe. c. diminished RBC. d. GVHD.

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A patient is experiencing persistent vomiting. She has an increased pH. What do you suspect?

a. Respiratory alkalosis b. Metabolic acidosis c. Respiratory acidosis d. Metabolic alkalosis

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