A molecule that is composed of a chain of carbon atoms linked to hydrogen atoms is called a

A. Lipid
B. Fatty acid
C. Sterol
D. Phospholipid
E. Triglyceride


B. Fatty acid

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Which of the following conditions is necessary to obtain an accurate measure of a patient's basal metabolic rate (BMR)?

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An isotonic tube feeding is often started at _____ mL/h, then gradually increased by _____ mL/h every 6-8 hours as tolerated until final volume is reached

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