Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10" tall and currently weighs 145 pounds (66 kilograms).The dietitian assesses Mr. Jamison's protein needs, and based on his
weight, estimates that he requires approximately _____ grams of protein per day for proper nitrogen balance.
a. 25-30
b. 50-60
c. 65-100
d. 100-150
e. 125-175
c
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a. difficulty passing a bolus of food through the esophagus into the stomach. b. coughing during swallowing. c. an inability to initiate swallowing. d. excessive secretion of saliva.
Cholesterol can be used by the body to produce vitamin D.?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What is the main cause of cardiovascular disease?
a. Endocarditis b. Aneurysm c. Arrhythmias d. Atherosclerosis e. Cardiomyopathy
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a. health food stores. b. convenience stores. c. farmers' markets. d. mail order companies.