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The nurse is discussing protein with a client. The nurse describes that protein is formed from essential and nonessential amino acids. The client is having difficulties understanding the difference.
 
  The nurse should explain that essential amino acids are what? A) The only amino acids necessary for growth and tissue maintenance
  B) Amino acids that must be consumed in the diet
  C) Amino acids that are found only in animal products and soy
  D) Amino acids that are more important than nonessential amino acids

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a group of student nurses about eating correctly to correct and/or prevent hypertension. After the discussion, the students were able to indicate which of the following as effective as drug monotherapy for mild hypertension?
 
  A) Low-sodium diet C) Low-calorie diet
  B) Whole foods diet D) Low-fat diet



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The body cannot make essential amino acids so they must be supplied through the diet. All amino acids are necessary for growth and tissue maintenance. Essential amino acids can be found in other than animal products and soy. Essential amino acids are not more important than nonessential amino acids.

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The DASH diet emphasizes eating whole real foods versus individual nutrients. During the DASH study, it was noted the blood pressure decreased without lowering sodium intake and weight loss occurred without lowering calories.





 

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