What vitamins and minerals are used prior to surgery to improve nutritional status, and what are their functions?
The B vitamins are needed for the increased metabolism, vitamins A and C are for wound healing, and zinc is needed for wound healing. Vitamin D is for the absorption of calcium and vitamin K for proper blood clotting. Iron is for blood building, calcium and phosphorus to support bone health, and other minerals for maintenance of acid-base balance and electrolyte and fluid balance. ?
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What is the amino acid pool??
a. The total amino acid content derived from a 24-hour dietary intake
b. A measure of the circulating essential amino acid levels available for protein synthesis
c. The total amount of free amino acids in the circulation destined for deamination and excretion
d. A mix of essential and nonessential amino acids derived from protein breakdown and dietary protein intake
e. The essential and nonessential amino acids from dietary intake that are available for protein synthesis
Free pyridoxine is yielded by the action of ____.?
A) ?acid phosphatase B) ?creatine phosphokinase C) ?lactate dehydrogenase D) ?alkaline phosphatase
Maltose provides:?
A) 0 Calories per gram. B) 2 Calories per gram. C) 4 Calories per gram. D) 7 Calories per gram. E) 9 Calories per gram.
Which of the following statements is true?
A. Fatty acids contain nitrogen, hydrogen, and carbon. B. A polyunsaturated fatty acid has two or more double bonds between carbons in the hydrocarbon chain. C. A saturated fat has a triple bond between two carbons in the hydrocarbon chain. D. The omega end of a fatty acid molecule contains the acid group.