Describe the nutritional needs of the cancer client


The nutrient and calorie needs are greater than prior to the onset of cancer. Cancer increases the metabolic rate and tissue must be healed and rebuilt. An increase in protein is necessary. ?

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Two glasses of milk a day nearly fulfill the calcium and vitamin D requirements for adults from age 19 to 50. __________________________

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Discuss the fact that cream and butter do not appear in the milk and milk product group. Do you think they should? Why or why not?

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A meal consisting of a cheeseburger, large fries, and a chocolate shake provides a total of 1120 kcal. Forty-eight percent of the energy in the meal is from carbohydrate and 13% is from protein. How many calories of fat does the meal contain?

A. 313 B. 437 C. 287 D. 137

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A young child on a lactose-free diet can consume foods containing

a. casein. b. milk solids. c. milk. d. gluten. e. whey.

Nutritional Science