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KL is a 34-year-old male admitted to the hospital (large trauma center) after suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) secondary to a serious motor vehicle accident. He was in excellent health prior to the accident. HT: 6’2″        WT: 190 pounds (86 kg)What is the best means of determining KL’s caloric needs while in the hospital?

Which of the following is NOT an indication for Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)?

Determine the total number of mL’s , calories, protein and free h2o for the following order: 2CalHN @ 55ml/hour x 24 hours with pump set for 25mL q hour of free h20 TWOCAL HN Formulary

What is the free H2O in the following formula: Jevity 1.5 @ 45 ml x 24 hours   Note: 760 mL free H2O per liter

Which stage of alcoholic liver disease is characterized by the accumulation of fat in the liver tissue?

Use the scenario from the previous question.  The IDS raises an alert as a result of the student’s action, but takes no other action.  What is the name commonly used for this type of IDS response?  Explain why the name is appropriate. 

Use the scenario from the previous question.  Will Veronica be able to verify that Sigmund created the message?  Explain your answer.  Will Reese be able to verify that Sigmund created the message?   Explain your answer. 

Which of the following best explains the pathophysiology common to hereditary spherocytosis, sickle cell anemia, and erythroblastosis fetalis?

Which of the following best explains how individuals on high-potassium diets can excrete more potassium than is filtered through the glomeruli?

Which of the following best explains how sodium and water excretion can remain near normal in chronic kidney disease despite reduced glomerular filtration rate and increased tubular reabsorption?