Which best describes a disadvantage of using a nasogastric tube in a patient?
a. Discomfort for the patient
b. Formula must be delivered by pump only
c. It requires a surgical procedure
d. There is a risk of infection at the site
e. There is a greater risk of tube clogging
a
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A. goiter. B. dental caries. C. decreased glucose tolerance. D. osteoporosis.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which term refers to the increase in the concentration of contaminants in the flesh of animals high on the food chain?
a. Bioaccumulation b. Hyperconcentration c. Evolutionary containment d. Binding capacity e. Degradation rate
Which of the following does NOT affect nutrient needs?
A. Age B. Sex C. Ethnicity D. Health status