The nurse has a client who is receiving her nourishment via a transnasal tube. The client is receiving an intact formula. The nurse is aware that his client is receiving which of the following?
A) Disease-specific amino acids
B) High-protein, low-calorie formula
C) Complex molecules of protein
D) Individualized formula for client needs
C
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Standard formulas, also known as polymeric or intact formulas, are made from whole proteins found in foods. They contain complex molecules of protein, carbohydrate, and fat.
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