The ideal renal diet provides enough protein to _____
a. give the patient an adequate kcaloric intake
b. keep blood ammonia levels stable
c. decrease liver hyperactivity
d. meet the patient's needs and prevent wasting
e. maintain normal urea production
d
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When we eat more Calories than we need, the body responds by using
A. fat for energy and carbohydrates for storage as glycogen. B. protein for energy and carbohydrates converted to body fat. C. carbohydrates for energy and storing dietary fats as body fat. D. ketones for energy and proteins converted to body fat.
The zinc available in plant products is not as well absorbed as is the zinc found in animal products. This is due to the substance ________
A. tannic acid B. fiber C. phytate D. calcium
The number of kilocalories (kcalories or kcal) provided by a food that contains 30 g of carbohydrate is:
a. 90. b. 120. c. 180. d. 270.
An adverse effect associated with steroid use is _____
a. denser bones b. liver damage c. enhanced fertility d. increased testicular size in men e. decreased blood pressure