A nurse caring for a client who is undergoing withdrawal from alcohol and is severely malnourished is careful to prevent refeeding syndrome
Which of the following nutrients cause this condition when introduced into the starving person's system too quickly? A) Protein
B) Carbohydrates
C) Vitamin C
D) Fats
B
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Refeeding syndrome is life threatening and can occur when a starving person receives carbohydrates too quickly.
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The values that direct human behavior and are concerned with defining right from wrong are known as ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Laparoscopic surgery is scheduled for a client diagnosed with appendicitis. Which of the following may be a result of laparoscopic surgery? (Select all that apply.)
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