Author Question: Which of the following abnormalities in the respiratory system is/are associated with malnutri-tion? ... (Read 19 times)

NguyenJ · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Which of the following abnormalities in the respiratory system is/are associated with malnutri-tion? 1. Reduced hypoxic drive 2. Increased airway clearance 3. Loss of lung surfactant

a. 1 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 2 only

Question 2

Which of the following is not associated with magnesium deficiencies?

a. Reduced diaphragm strength
b. Neurologic abnormalities
c. Cardiac abnormalities
d. Liver enlargement

bigcheese9 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Specific effects of malnutrition on the respiratory system are listed in Box 23-9.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Magnesium deficiencies can result in cardiac, vascular, neurologic, and electrolyte abnormalities (hypocalcemia, hypokalemia), as well as in decreases in respiratory muscle strength.