Indirect calorimetry works based on the principle that ____
A) a rise in body temperature reflects the amount of energy expended
B) the amount of heat produced is proportional to the energy expended
C) oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production are related to energy expenditure
D) energy expenditure can be predicted if respiration and perspiration are carefully measured
C
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a. All antacids b. Magnesium-containing antacids c. Calcium-containing antacids d. Aluminum-containing antacids
Trans-fatty acids contribute to heart disease by ____
a. producing inflammation in the arteries b. contributing to high blood pressure c. causing blood clots d. causing irregular heartbeats e. weakening arterial muscle walls
The nurse confirms initial placement of a blindly inserted small-bore NG feeding tube by
a. x-ray. b. air insufflation. c. observing patient for coughing. d. pH measurement of gastric aspirate.
Vitamin A is derived from what provitamin?
A) provitamin D3 B) beta carotene C) panthenol D) ergosterol