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What can help regulate how well iron is absorbed into the body from the intestine?
What can help regulate how well iron is absorbed into the body from the intestine?
- Immunoglobulins
- Lymphocytes
- Macrophages
- Lactoferrin (correct)
What are some causes of malnutrition in hospital patients?
What are some causes of malnutrition in hospital patients?
- Anorexia and inability to eat
- Gastric stasis and intestinal disease
- All of the above (correct)
- Short-term inflammatory bowel disease
What are some indications for enteral tube feeding?
What are some indications for enteral tube feeding?
- Major surgery and patients with multi-organ failure
- Anorexia and swallowing disorders (correct)
- Short-term inflammatory bowel disease
- Gastric stasis and multi-organ failure
What are some complications of enteral feeding?
What are some complications of enteral feeding?
What are some indications for parenteral nutrition?
What are some indications for parenteral nutrition?
What are some nutrient-dense foods?
What are some nutrient-dense foods?
What can help restrict bacterial growth?
What can help restrict bacterial growth?
What are some factors that can increase the risk of iron deficiency in older adults?
What are some factors that can increase the risk of iron deficiency in older adults?
What are some examples of supplements for elderly?
What are some examples of supplements for elderly?
What is a component of breast milk that provides anti-infective properties?
What is a component of breast milk that provides anti-infective properties?
What is one of the ways the body can deal with an excess of dietary calories?
What is one of the ways the body can deal with an excess of dietary calories?
What is a laboratory test to assess nutritional status?
What is a laboratory test to assess nutritional status?
What is a complication of parenteral nutrition?
What is a complication of parenteral nutrition?
What is a benefit of a low-protein diet in CKD?
What is a benefit of a low-protein diet in CKD?
What is a consequence of increasing sodium in a patient with CKD?
What is a consequence of increasing sodium in a patient with CKD?
What is a way to manage a patient with anorexia?
What is a way to manage a patient with anorexia?
What is a cause of gastroesophageal reflux disorder?
What is a cause of gastroesophageal reflux disorder?
What is a benefit of daily exercise for diabetes patients?
What is a benefit of daily exercise for diabetes patients?
What is a worst diet choice for diabetes patients?
What is a worst diet choice for diabetes patients?
What is the three D?
What is the three D?
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Lactoferrin
Lactoferrin
A protein that binds iron and regulates its absorption in the intestine, while also restricting bacterial growth.
Indications for Enteral Tube Feeding
Indications for Enteral Tube Feeding
Anorexia, swallowing disorders, and other conditions that prevent adequate oral intake.
Complications of Enteral Feeding
Complications of Enteral Feeding
Metabolic imbalances and gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea or vomiting.
Indications for Parenteral Nutrition
Indications for Parenteral Nutrition
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Nutrient-Dense Foods
Nutrient-Dense Foods
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Risk Factors for Iron Deficiency in Older Adults
Risk Factors for Iron Deficiency in Older Adults
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Supplements for Elderly
Supplements for Elderly
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Immunoglobulins in Breast Milk
Immunoglobulins in Breast Milk
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Body's Response to Excess Calories
Body's Response to Excess Calories
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Laboratory Tests for Nutritional Status
Laboratory Tests for Nutritional Status
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Complications of Parenteral Nutrition
Complications of Parenteral Nutrition
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Benefit of Low-Protein Diet in CKD
Benefit of Low-Protein Diet in CKD
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Consequence of Increased Sodium in CKD
Consequence of Increased Sodium in CKD
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Managing Anorexia
Managing Anorexia
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Cause of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder (GERD)
Cause of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder (GERD)
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Benefit of Daily Exercise for Diabetes
Benefit of Daily Exercise for Diabetes
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Worst Diet Choice for Diabetes
Worst Diet Choice for Diabetes
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Three D's
Three D's
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