A beneficial effect of bacterial fermentation of dietary fiber in the colon is
a. production of intestinal gas.
b. providing monosaccharides for energy.
c. production of short-chain fatty acids.
d. production of long-chain fatty acids.
Answer: c. production of short-chain fatty acids.
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A) An increased hemoglobin and decreased hematocrit B) A decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit C) A decreased mean corpuscular volume (MCV) and red cell distribution width (RDW) D) An increased MCV and RDW
The school nurse has been asked to begin teaching sex education in the 5th grade. The nurse should recognize that
a. Children in 5th grade are too young for sex education. b. Children should be discouraged from asking too many questions. c. Correct terminology should be reserved for children who are older. d. Sex can be presented as a normal part of growth and development.
A nurse is teaching a group of parents about the dangers of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The nurse recommends that parents place their children on a firm surface laying on their:
A) left side. B) right side. C) abdomen. D) back.
Which prescription should the nurse be concerned about a pregnant client receiving?
A. Enalapril (Vasotec) B. Potassium supplement C. Doxazosin (Cardura) D. Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)