A nurse is teaching a client about healthy living and obtaining adequate nutrition and energy from one's diet. Which statement by the client shows the teaching has been understood?
A) "Water-soluble vitamins are unstable, and none of the vitamins are energy sources."
B) "Vitamins are measured in international units based on units of energy in the body."
C) "My nutritionist measures energy content of vitamins by the solubility of each."
D) "Energy, whether stored in vitamins or the body, is measured in international units."
A) "Water-soluble vitamins are unstable, and none of the vitamins are energy sources."
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Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. The workflow of the organization is focused on the patient as an informed partner in creating plans for care. 2. An interdisciplinary team of care providers will provide prevention and wellness care for these patients. 3. The medical home will serve as a long term care facility for the patients as they age. 4. The medical home will establish a system of email communication with members for rapid access to providers. 5. The medical home will rely heavily on evidence-based decision making.
MC There are four biologic processes of drug utilization. The process in which the drug binds with plasma protein is
A. Absorption. B. Distribution. C. Metabolism. D. Excretion.
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1. "Have you or anyone in your family ever been diagnosed with diabetes?" 2. "Do you wear sunglasses when you are outside?" 3. "Did your mother have a vaginal infection at the time of your delivery?" 4. "Do you see any halos around lights?"
A 30-year-old sales clerk comes to your office wanting to lose weight; her BMI is 30.0 kg/m2. What is the most appropriate amount for a weekly weight reduction goal?
A) .5 to 1 pound per week B) 1 to 2.5 pounds per week C) 2.5 to 3.5 pounds per week D) 3.5 to 4.5 pounds per week