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Why would you use a formula containing MCT oil as part of the fat source?

Diarrhea may develop in a TF patient as a consequence of: antibiotic therapy hypoalbuminemia use of sorbitol containing medications use of an MCT oil enriched formula use of a lactose free formula

Which of the following information would be placed in the A section of an ADIME note?

Which of the following biochemical measures to assess protein status is the most valid for measuring nutritional risk due to its short half life of 2-3 days?

The protein responsible for maintaining colloid oncotic pressure (fluid balance) is:

Delivering 250-400 milliliters of formula over a 30 minute or more period by an infusion (peristaltic) pump is referred to as:

List the 4 steps in the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics NCP. Then, utilize the following scenario information to list accordingly in the ABCD’s.  MA is 43 years old, 5’6″, and weighs 87.3kg. Her BMI is 31 with a 12 pound weight gain in the past 6 months. Her diet history indicates that she eats a lot of high fat and high sugary meals including fast food and desserts. History of type 2 diabetes and hypertension. Most recent labs: Hgb A1c: 10.5% (High), Blood Pressure: 144/94 (High).

Obtaining a nitrogen balance study on a patient in the intensive care unit is an example of:

Which of the following would you work closely with if you were changing the amount of nutrients that were delivered via parenteral nutrition support?

Which of the following would most likely be in positive nitrogen balance?