CNS Nutrition Specialist Exam Prep

Category - Certified Nutrition Specialist

Nutrient needs of infants diagnosed with bronchopulmonary dysplasia:
  1. Are linked with linear growth
  2. May include a resting energy expenditure 50% higher than that of normal infants
  3. May include use of diuretics to regulate water balance
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer: D - Nutrient needs of infants diagnosed with bronchopulmonary disease are linked with linear growth (a measure of lung development), may include a resting energy expenditure that is 50% higher than that of normal infants, and may include the use of diuretics to regulate water balance. Bronchopulmonary disease is a common lung disorder in premature infants which increases energy needs. Diuretics are often needed to regulate water balance as a result of respiratory compromise.
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