A diet order that states "NPO" means that the patient should receive ____

a. nothing by mouth
b. medications only by mouth
c. liquids only
d. tube feedings
e. normal feedings


a

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DF is a 55 yo F who was brought to the trauma center following a motor vehicle accident. She sustained blunt trauma to the head, is unconscious, and is being mechanically ventilated. The MD contacts you for a consult. HT: 5'2 WT: 124# UBW: 118# Alb: 2.0 To ensure that her nutrition support is providing enough kcalories and protein, what would you recommend?

a. nitrogen balance study b. CRP c. albumin d. recalculating her needs

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All the following are true statements about basal metabolism except ________.

A. it includes involuntary activities necessary to sustain life B. it is the amount of calories you need to sustain life  C. it accounts for the smallest component of the average person's daily energy expenditure D. it supports the work that goes on in the body all the time

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Agents added to foods to give them "body" and help maintain a desired texture or color are BEST known as

A. texturizers. B. emulsifiers. C. stabilizers. D. humectants.

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To date, thee are no reports of thiamin toxicity. This is likely due to the fact that with increased intake, thiami absorption declines rapidly, and the kidneys quickly excrete the excess thiamin.

a. true b. false

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