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16. A 25-year old female patient recovering from surgery to correct an intestinal obstruction needs complete bowel rest which necessitates the use of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN). The patient was 10 pounds underweight prior to surgery and is occasionally febrile. Which of the following formulations would be most appropriate for this patient?
  1. 30 kcals, 1 g protein, 30 ml fluid per kg/body weight;100 mg vitamin C, 5 mg zinc per day
  2. 45 kcals, 2 g protein, 35 ml fluid per kg/body weight; 200 mg vitamin C, 6 mg zinc per day
  3. 60 kcals, 3 g protein, 40 ml fluid per kg/body weight; 500 mg vitamin C, 10 mg zinc per day
  4. None of the above
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17. Examples of foods avoided on a low-purine diet are:
  1. Eggs, cheese, peanut butter
  2. Sardines, broth, organ meats
  3. Carrots, tomatoes, corn
  4. Bread, crackers, cold cereal
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18. Addison’s disease is caused by the deterioration of the adrenal cortex, and results in hypoglycemia, weight loss, and muscle wasting. Dietary intervention includes:
  1. A high protein diet with liberal sodium
  2. A high protein diet with restricted sodium
  3. Frequent meals with 50-60 grams of complex carbohydrates
  4. A & C
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19. Cow’s milk is unsuitable for infants less than a year of age due to:
  1. Large amounts of whey protein
  2. Inadequate fat content
  3. High cholesterol level
  4. High renal solute load
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20. Nutritional therapy for AIDS/HIV infection includes which of the following?
  1. Supplementation with ginseng and other herbs
  2. Avoidance of raw fruits and vegetables
  3. Protein intake of 0.8-1.2 g/kg per day
  4. Use of milk-based shakes to boost caloric intake
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