If Jessie develops ascites, what dietary changes will be made?
Protein will be restricted to 35-40 g per day. Sodium and fluids may be restricted. If there is bleeding in the esophagus, fiber may be restricted. Several small feedings will be used rather than three regular meals a day.
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A. neuromuscular B. hypotonia C. scoliosis D. E. F. G. spinal muscular atrophy H. I. J. K. juvenile rheumatoid arthritis L. M. N. O.
The "meat factor" is a(n)
A) iron-containing coenzyme involved in the metabolism of animal-based proteins. B) substance found in meat and poultry, but not fish, that enhances heme iron absorption. C) substance found in meat, fish, and poultry that enhances heme iron absorption. D) substance found in meat, fish, and poultry that enhances nonheme iron absorption.
_____ refers to conditions caused by problems that affect the blood supply to the brain.
A. Cerebrovascular disease B. Gastrointestinal disease C. Aphasia D. Atrial fibrillation E. Sarcopenia
Each state's licensing agency, as well as _______________, requires that all health care facilities monitor, evaluate, and seek ways to improve the quality of care for their patients
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