What are the best breakfast choices for the nurse to point out prior to a big exam, to provide high levels of alertness and increased memory? (Select all that apply.)
a. Pancakes and syrup
b. Coffee and chocolate-covered donuts
c. Bacon and fried eggs
d. Whole grain cereal and yogurt
e. Oatmeal and sliced apples
ANS: D, E
Meals high in protein will break down into norepinephrine and increase alertness. Meals with a high sugar content result in a soothing sleepy response. Meals high in fats digest slowly and draw blood from the brain during the lengthy digestive process.
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