A cofactor is a(n) _____ substance that _____ part of the enzyme's structure
a. inorganic, is not
b. inorganic, is
c. organic, is
d. organic, is not
b
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The liver is of major importance in the process of metabolism. Which of the following functions is NOT performed in the liver?
A) Bile is stored B) Cholesterol is synthesized C) Bile is synthesized D) Fats are converted to lipoproteins
A fasting blood glucose level above _____ is classified as diabetes
a. 90 mg/dL b. 100 mg/dL c. 116 mg/dL d. 126 mg/dL
Brian's diet has been advanced. However, he has lost twenty pounds since his admission into the hospital. What is a likely cause?
a. Inability to voice his food preferences b. Cardiac cachexia c. Family interference d. Poorly prepared food
When considering tube feedings for a patient with severe protein-calorie malnutrition, what is an advantage of a gastrostomy tube versus a nasogastric (NG) tube?
a. There is less irritation to the nasal and esophageal mucosa. b. The patient experiences the sights and smells associated with eating. c. Aspiration resulting from reflux of formulas into the esophagus is less common. d. Routine checking for placement is not required because gastrostomy tubes do not become displaced