What should the nurse point out when outlining the characteristics of fat metabolism? (Select all that apply.)
a. Are soluble in water
b. Use more oxygen than carbohydrates
c. Are stored more compactly in the body
d. Release more energy than carbohydrates
e. Are rich in vitamin A
B, C, D
Fat metabolism uses more oxygen than the metabolism of carbohydrates, and it also releases more energy. Fats are not water soluble and can be stored compactly.
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