Which substance can alter sodium and potassium concentrations?
a. ephedra
b. diuretics
c. folate
d. ginseng
e. sedatives
b
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A. 6 B. 4 C. 8 D. 12
Bicarbonate is released into the duodenum during the process of digestion. There, it
A) activates hormonal release of bile. B) emulsifies lipids present in the chyme. C) lubricates the lining of the small intestine. D) neutralizes the acidic chyme.
When some nutrients are taken as supplements in very high doses, the nutrients can accumulate in the body and result in _____
A) nutritional toxicity B) secondary malnutrition C) primary malnutrition D) nutritional adequacy
Which of the following actions is appropriate to prevent a clogged feeding tube?
a. Instill heparin into the tubing b. Slow the feeding to run at ½ the normal rate for one hour a day c. Use a small volume syringe and add air into the tube d. Flush with 25 mL of tap water several times a day e. Reinsert the stylet that was used during tube placement