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BM is a 35-year-old firefighter who has sustained major burns and smoke inhalation. He is taken to the burn unit and a consult with the registered dietitian has been ordered. HT: 6'1 WT: 180 pounds (81.6 kg) What are his protein requirements while in the hospital?
 a. 1.5-2.0 g/kg of body weight
  b. 1.1-1.5 g/kg of body weight
  c. 0.9-1.2 g/kg of body weight
  d. 0.7-1.0 g/kg of body weight
  e. 0.5-0.7 g/kg of body weight

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What class of meds results in decreased absorption of calcium as well as increased urinary loss of calcium -- creating high risk for bone fracture and osteoporosis?
 a. corticosteroids
  b. NSAIDs
 c. cyclosporins
 d. statins
 e. H2 blockers



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katheyjon

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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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lbcchick

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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