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Medications can have a significant impact on bone density. W…

Medications can have a significant impact on bone density. Which of the following meds can affect bone density (either reduce or increase)?

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You have received a nutrition consult for Quinn, a 28 y.o. m…

You have received a nutrition consult for Quinn, a 28 y.o. male, in the ICU sedated and intubated due to a complete spinal cord injury at L1 after an ATV accident yesterday; he is now a paraplegic due to his accident. Today is hospital day #1. Bowel sounds are negative but abdomen is soft and non-distended. A nutrition consult is requested. MIV w/20 mEq KCl running at 120 mL/hr through a central line. Ht: 6’2”            Current Wt. 202 lbs.          Wt. Prior to Admission: 202 lbs. Vitals: Temp: 99.9°           I/O: 3300/2920            MAP: 62                 PMH: broke ankle @ age 18; up to date on all immunizations Medications: sedation, pain meds, and antibiotics. Labs: Na: 137 (135-145)             K: 3.8 (3.6-5.5)             Cl: 102 (101-111)                HCO3: 26 (21-31)        BUN: 11 (5-20)                  Cr:  0.8 (0.6-1.2)          Glucose:  82 (70-99)            Alb: 2.9 (3.5-5)     GFR: 79 (>60)                   Phos: 2.9 (3-4.5)         Ca++: 7.3 (8.5-10.5)              Mg: 1.8 (1.5-2.5) H/H: 13.8/37 (14-17/40-54)           MCV: 85 (80-100) Design 2 PES statements:

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Because of potential drug-nutrient interactions, it would be…

Because of potential drug-nutrient interactions, it would be more beneficial to provide the majority of their dietary protein to patients with Parkinson’s disease

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Patients with neuro disorders typically require PEG feedings…

Patients with neuro disorders typically require PEG feedings using bolus administration to meet their nutritional needs. List three common challenges that can arise with these types of feedings (5 points):

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Which of the following are risk factors for vitamin D defici…

Which of the following are risk factors for vitamin D deficiency?

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On a nutrition-focused physical exam, a patient presents wit…

On a nutrition-focused physical exam, a patient presents with fatigue, pallor, and glossitis. Which of the following types of anemia does the present possibly have?

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Based on research studies, which of the following may be ben…

Based on research studies, which of the following may be beneficial for a patient with mild multiple sclerosis as an MNT intervention?

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JT is in the ICU after a motorcycle accident with a GSC of 1…

JT is in the ICU after a motorcycle accident with a GSC of 14. He is currently NPO and is receiving IV fluids for hydration. He is sleeping a lot but does answer questions and follows commands when he is awake. He has positive bowel sounds; his abdomen is soft and non-distended. Which of the following would you recommend for JT?

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Sam is concerned about his risk for a stroke since his Dad d…

Sam is concerned about his risk for a stroke since his Dad died of a stroke at age 57. Based on the following information, what would you recommend to Sam to reduce his risk for a stroke? Ht:  6’    Wt: 175 lb (stable)     B.P.: 145/80    Lipids: T Chol: 160    LDL: 100   TG: 130     HDL: 50       Glucose:  97

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Describe best practices for MNT if a patient is in the ICU r…

Describe best practices for MNT if a patient is in the ICU requiring mechanical ventilation and propofol for sedation after sustaining a traumatic brain injury with a GCS of 9  (3 points):

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