The process in which smaller molecules are converted to larger ...

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The process in which smaller molecules are converted to larger molecules is
 
  a. catabolism c. deamination
  b. anabolism d. glycolysis

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a client who has been admitted with metabolic alkalosis. Which of the following data collected during the nursing assessment leads the nurse to conclude that the patient is at risk for this diagnosis?
 
  1. The client takes ibuprophen for pain once a week.
   2. The client takes a baby aspirin once daily.
   3. The client frequently uses calcium carbonate (Tums) for acid indigestion.
   4. The client takes metformin daily.

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Answer to Question 1

B
Anabolism is the constructive phase of metabolism in which smaller molecules such as amino acids are converted to larger molecules such as proteins. Catabolism is the destructive phase in which larger molecules such as glycogen are converted to smaller molecules. Glycolysis refers to the breakdown of glucose by enzymes. Deamination is the degradation of amino acids.

Answer to Question 2

3. The client frequently uses calcium carbonate (Tums) for acid indigestion.

Rationale:
Excessive use of calcium carbonate can cause metabolic alkalosis. Use of ibuprophen and metformin is not associated with alkalosis. Overuse of aspirin can be associated with metabolic acidosis.