The nurse prepares teaching material about nutrition for a community health fair. How should the nurse explain the structure of protein when providing this information?
a. It is structurally like fat
b. It is only available in meats
c. It is made up of amino acids
d. It is structurally like carbohydrates
c. It is made up of amino acids
Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Amino acids have nitrogen which carbohydrates and fats do not have. Protein is found in foods other than meats.
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a. Turn patient to right side b. Give patient ice chips to moisten mouth c. Attach NG tube to suction d. Irrigate NG tube
A Tae Kwon Do (TKD) master is applying downward pressure just above the elbow joint on an attacker who immediately collapses to the ground
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The nurse is discussing techniques to promote sleep. Which statement made by the patient indicates a need for more instruction?
a. "I will not drink tea or coffee in the evening." b. "I usually eat my big meal at noon." c. "I usually exercise just before going to bed." d. "I do not have a television in my bedroom."
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a. 4-5years b. 5-6 years c. 8-9 years d. adolescent