Which statement made to the nurse about nonessential protein indicates that more teaching is necessary?
A) "All protein we eat is absorbed in our gut for the body to use."
B) "All peas contain the complete proteins I need to adequate protein intake."
C) "I often eat two boiled eggs with meals as a source of protein."
D) "Even though I'm a vegetarian, I love to cook all types of food."
B) "All peas contain the complete proteins I need to adequate protein intake."
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The patient, age 56, has cirrhosis of the liver with severe ascites. The nurse is assisting the physician in the procedure to remove this fluid from his abdominal cavity. This procedure is called an
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