Describe the main objectives of nutritional support for the critically ill.

What will be an ideal response?


Nutrition support has three main objectives: to preserve lean body mass, to maintain immune function, and to avert metabolic complications.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The formation of collagen requires an adequate intake of _____

a. vitamin K b. vitamin E c. vitamin C d. folate e. triglycerides

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One benefit of physical activity is that it _____

a. allows you to eat fattier foods without gaining weight b. reminds you to eat less at every meal c. reduces abdominal obesity d. may help to increase enzyme levels in your blood e. lowers basal metabolism

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