DF is a 55 yo F who was brought to the trauma center following a motor vehicle accident. She sustained blunt trauma to the head, is unconscious, and is being mechanically ventilated. The MD contacts you for a consult. HT: 5'2 WT: 124# UBW: 118# Alb: 2.0 Her albumin is low due to?
a. malnutrition
b. acute-phase response
c. dehydration
d. her albumin is not low
b
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A) small intestine. B) rectum. C) mouth. D) chyme.
Mark's income is low. He has recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. He has to pay high medical bills. It can be said that:
A) Mark is likely to have food security. B) Mark is likely to be a part of a food bank. C) Mark's household is likely to have access to a variety of foods. D) Mark's food-related expenses are likely to decrease.
Describe some ways that you can incorporate more fiber into your diet
What will be an ideal response
A client embarking on a weight-loss plan wants to know what can better assure loss of fat versus loss of muscle. Based on some research reports, which response is most appropriate?
a. Reduce fat intake to < 30%. b. Reduce carbohydrate intake to < 45%. c. Include 1200 milligrams of calcium supplement daily. d. Include at least three servings of fat-free or low-fat milk products daily.