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ATI RN · ATI Fundamentals · Nutrition and Fluid Balance Chapter 14

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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following is NOT a source of H+ production in the body?

A. nutrient breakdown

B. intermediary metabolism

C. O2

D. CO2

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: O2

Question 2 of 5

What independent nursing intervention can be implemented to stimulate appetite?

A. Administer prescribed medications.

B. Recommend dietary supplements.

C. Encourage or provide oral care.

D. Assess manifestations of malnutrition.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Encourage or provide oral care.

Question 3 of 5

What is the most critical component of an enteral feeding formula?

A. carbohydrates

B. fats

C. protein

D. fiber

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: protein

Question 4 of 5

The most important factor affecting the pH of plasma is the concentration of

A. lactic acid

B. ketone bodies

C. organic acids

D. carbon dioxide

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: carbon dioxide

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a patient who has sustained blunt trauma to the left flank area, and is evaluating the patient's urinalysis results. The nurse should become concerned when

A. creatinine levels in the urine are similar to blood levels of creatinine.

B. sodium and chloride are found in the urine.

C. urine uric acid levels have the same values as serum levels.

D. red blood cells and albumin are found in the urine.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: red blood cells and albumin are found in the urine.

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