A small amount of _______________ can be utilized for energy production during endurance events, but their primary role is to promote muscle growth and help with repair.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Ans: amino acids

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Why would a man who eats very little protein have an albumin of 5-5g/dl?

a. Carbohydrate keeps albumin levels elevated. b. He is dehydrated. c. Serum albumin falls quickly with protein deprivation. d. It is a sign of protein malnutrition.

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With diabetic ketoacidosis, metabolic acidosis occurs due to an inability to metabolize:

a. ketones b. lactate c. bicarbonate d. water e. ammonia

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The most commonly reported GI complication from enteral nutrition support is:

a. hepatic steatosis. b. diarrhea. c. constipation. d. elevated LFTs.

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