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jace

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Which laboratory test is the primary test used to determine if excess body tissue is being broken down?
 
  a. Hematocrit
  b. BUN
  c. Hemoglobin
  d. Serum creatinine

Question 2

When the nurse is asking questions regarding an older person's health history related to his or her nose and sinuses, which of the following is least appropriate?
 
  a. History of allergies or hay fever
  b. Discussion of appetite
  c. History of nose trauma
  d. History of colds and upper respiratory infections


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dyrone

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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When excess body tissue is broken down, as can occur with malnutrition or illness, the nitrogen balance in the body is altered. This balance is measured by the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test, which is a urine test. The hematocrit, hemoglobin, and serum creatinine tests can also be used to diagnose protein deficits, but the primary test used for determining protein metabolism is BUN.

Answer to Question 2

B
Responses A, C, and D would give the nurse information regarding the function of the older person's nose and sinuses. Appetite would not give specific information regarding nasal function, even though there is a relationship between smell and the taste of food.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Wow, this really help

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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