A child has phenylketonuria (PKU). The healthcare professional educates the parents on the special diet needed, telling them that children with PKU are unable to synthesize what?
a. Essential amino acid, phenylalanine, to tyrosine
b. Renin, erythropoietin, and antidiuretic hormone
c. Aldosterone, cortisol, and androgens
d. Neurotransmitters gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and acetylcholine
Ans: a. Essential amino acid, phenylalanine, to tyrosine
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In qualitative research, investigator triangulation is comparable to which quantitative research concept?
A) Content validity B) Construct validity C) Inter-rater reliability D) Internal consistency
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What will be an ideal response?
A nurse recognizes that advocating for organ donation is important because:
1. The supply of donor organs meets the demand of potential recipients. 2. Organ recipients are not expected to have a long life span because of complications associated with the transplant. 3. The organ recipient usually enjoys a better quality of life at less cost to the health care system. 4. The organ recipient is often confined by frequent health care visits in order to maintain health.