A patient with severe burns is admitted. During the first 2 days what is the primary nutritional goal?
a. high protein
b. provide adequate calories
c. none of these
d. replace electrolytes and fluid
Answer: d. replace electrolytes and fluid
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A moderately active (30 to 60 minutes of physical activity per day) 2-year-old girl needs approximately ______ kcal/d.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The main source of trans fat in baked goods is ____
A) milk or other dairy products B) eggs C) partially hydrogenated vegetable oil D) tropical oils
Which of the following statements regarding calibration of thermometers is correct?
a. Thermometers can be calibrated by an ice-water method using a 50% ice/50% water mixture at least 2 inches deep. b. Thermometers can be calibrated by a boiling-water method at 212 degrees F. c. Thermometers should be calibrated before the work shift begins. d. If a thermometer is dropped on the floor, it should be re-calibrated. e. all of the above answers are correct