Exam 22: Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Which substance is an acute-phase protein?

Mr. Ferell has ARDS. His nurse notices an increase in body weight and edema. The dietitian is consulted. She recommends ____.

Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome most often affects the kidneys, lungs, and ____.

Describe factors that decrease food intake in patients with lung disease.

When determining resting metabolic rate, a patient's energy needs would generally be increased by which condition?

Which classification of burns destroys both the epidermis and dermis and may also damage underlying tissues?

Margaret Chen is a 73-year-old widow and mother of 3 adult children. She visits her physician due to decreased appetite, lethargy, weight loss, and a productive cough for the past 2 weeks. Her past medical history includes osteoporosis, sinusitis, respiratory infections, and smoking. The physician makes several recommendations for Margaret. What would be among these recommendations?

A patient with respiratory failure and fluid restrictions would require nutrient-dense formulas of ____ kcal/mL.

Forty-three-year-old Joseph Delgado is an electrician for a utility company. His past medical history is unremarkable with no problems. He is admitted to the ICU (intensive care unit)with severe electrical burns to his hands, arms, and chest (20-30 percent body surface area). The most appropriate way to meet Joseph's nutritional needs is via ____.

In response to metabolic and respiratory stress, the body experiences ____.