18 Questions
What is the daily requirement of calcium for adults?
500mg/day
What is the function of iodine in the body?
Required for the synthesis of thyroid hormones T4 and T3
Which mineral is found in teeth and skeleton and helps prevent dental caries?
Fluorine
Which mineral is a component of bone and teeth?
Calcium
What is the function of zinc in the body?
Improve bone health
Which mineral is part of the enzyme 'Superoxide dismutase' and protein 'Sulphur is part of A.A methionine & cysteine'?
Zinc
Which mineral has a role in blood clotting and secretion of hormones?
Calcium
Which mineral facilitates the absorption of calcium?
Zinc
What is the main source of energy for our body?
Carbohydrates
How much energy does each gram of fat provide?
9Kcal
What is the meaning of enteral feeding?
Delivery of nutrients into the gastrointestinal tract
What do proteins provide for the body?
Building blocks of muscles and enzymes
What do most enteral feeds contain with respect to protein?
Up to 2 kcal/mL and up to 0.6 g/mL of protein
What is the fate of ingested protein expressed in terms of its nitrogen content if the intake exceeds excretion?
Anabolic state
Which nutrient is accepted as a source of energy by other tissues?
Fats
Which patients are indicated for enteral feeding?
Unconscious patients or critically ill patients with inadequate oral intake
What type of feeds contain intact protein and require digestion?
Polymeric feeds
What is the purpose of newer feeding formulations that include glutamine and fiber?
To optimize intestinal nutrition
Explore the significance of minerals like calcium, phosphorous, iron, copper, iodine, zinc, fluoride, magnesium, manganese, and selenium in the human body. Learn about their roles as essential constituents of soft tissue, fluids, and the skeleton, and their functions in controlling the composition of body fluids.
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