Which of the following is a contraindication for tube feeding?
a. hypomotility of the small intestine
b. functioning GI tract, but patient cannot meet nutritional needs
c. protein-energy malnutrition
d. severe dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)
a
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Which of the following outcomes is MOST likely in a school-age child who consumes a low-quality diet that provides only about half the RDA for thiamin, riboflavin, and vitamin B6?
A. The child will need to be hospitalized. B. The child will be too ill to attend school. C. The child will be able to attend school, but will fail academically. D. The child will be able to attend school, but will not be able to keep up with the other children in physical education classes or games at recess.
Tyramine is most likely found in _____
a. gravy b. baked goods c. fruit juice d. soy sauce e. guacamole
What class of chemotherapy drugs works by arresting cellular metaphase by inhibiting mitotic tubular formation (spindle)?
A. alkylating agents B. nitrosureas C. antimitotics D. indirect DNA agents E. topoisomerase inhibitors
Which of the following would be the best choice for physically active people who need to replace lost fluids?
a. Cool water b. "Sweat" replacers c. Salt tablets and tap water d. Water warmed to body temperature e. Very cold water