The nurse cares for a client with impaired liver function. Impaired metabolism of which substances may occur based on the client's condition? Select all that apply.
A) Carbohydrates
B) Vitamins
C) Minerals
D) Proteins
E) Fats
A) Carbohydrates
D) Proteins
E) Fats
Explanation: A) Metabolism of carbohydrate, protein, and fat occurs in the liver.
B) Vitamin B12 and the minerals iron and copper are stored in the liver; however, these are not metabolized there.
C) Vitamin B12 and the minerals iron and copper are stored in the liver; however, these are not metabolized there.
D) Metabolism of carbohydrate, protein, and fat occurs in the liver.
E) Metabolism of carbohydrate, protein, and fat occurs in the liver.
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