Serum protein values can be affected by fluid imbalances, pregnancy, infections, and some medications
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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Which of the following statements about vitamin D’s role in the body is FALSE?
a. Adequate intake slows the progression of Parkinson’s disease. b. Evidence shows supplementation has health benefits beyond correcting deficiencies. c. It signals cells of the immune system to defend against infectious diseases. d. Gene activity that regulates cell growth is enhanced or suppressed. e. It may protect against hypertension, inflammation, and type 2 diabetes.
Vitamin C ________.
A. acts as a coenzyme in certain reactions that release energy from glucose B. dissolves in the fatty portions of foods C. can cure night blindness D. is needed to form strong collagen
A patient is recovering from an ileocecal resection, where 100 cm was removed, What are your recommendations?
a. oral vitamin B12, increase fluids b. parenteral vitamin B12, increase fluids, increase protein c. decrease fluids, increase protein, parenteral B12 d. decrease protein, decrease fluids, oral B12
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