Multiple Choice
The patient has been receiving PN but has not had any lipid emulsion therapy.The nurse notices that the patient is developing dry,scaly skin,and his wound is healing more slowly than expected.The patient is also anemic.What does the nurse suspect the patient is experiencing?
A) Excess linoleic acid
B) Omega-6 fatty acid excess
C) Essential fatty acid deficiency
D) A 3:1 nutrition admixture
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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