Nutrition For PN Nursing ATI

Question 1 of 5

What are probiotics?

A. Indigestible carbohydrates that promote growth of health-promoting bacteria. B. Antibiotics that prevent growth of harmful bacteria. C. Nutritional supplements of health-promoting bacteria. D. Commercial fiber supplements that have a laxative effect.

Question 2 of 5

The type of protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) that develops when the diet lacks protein is called:

A. kwashiorkor. B. marasmus. C. anemia. D. beriberi.

Question 3 of 5

Regurgitation or reflux of acidic stomach contents back into the esophagus is known as:

A. hiatal hernia. B. diverticulitis. C. gastroenteritis. D. gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Question 4 of 5

What substance activates pepsinogen to pepsin?

A. Bile B. Gastrin C. Secretin D. Hydrochloric acid

Question 5 of 5

What are the small, fingerlike projections into the intestinal lumen called?

A. Villi B. Goblets C. Lacteals D. Polyps

Nutrition For PN Nursing ATI

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