Which of these molecules contains the most energy per unit of weight?
A. protein
B. fat
C. carbohydrate
Answer: B. fat
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Which of the following is a feature of vitamin K?
a. Large amounts can be stored in adipose tissue. b. A single oral dose is given at birth to promote blood clotting. c. Good food sources are legumes and raw fruits. d. Vitamin K participates in synthesis of bone proteins. e. Intestinal bacterial synthesis provides over 90% of the body's need for most people.
A nutritional consequence of lowered stomach acidity is:
a. dehydration risk. b. increased dietary requirement for vitamin D. c. decreased absorption of vitamins B12 and C. d. reduced caloric need.
Enteral formulas may be used orally to supplement a patient's diet. When this occurs, _____ becomes an important consideration
a. taste b. cost c. osmolality d. kcalorie content
To minimize the possibility of aspiration of formula in tube-fed clients, the head of the client's bed should be elevated:
a. after administering the feeding. b. during administration of the feeding. c. during and for 30-60 minutes after administration of the feeding. d. during and for 2-3 hours after administration of the feeding.