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karateprodigy

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What is the purpose of an elemental formula such as Optimental or Vivonex?
 
  a. A formula with intact protein containing balanced amounts of macronutrients that will often meet a patient's nutrient requirements.
  b. A formula that provides all of the nutritional requirements for a patient that is given by the intravenous (IV) route.
  c. A formula that is often predigested for patients with limited GI function.
  d. A formula designed for a use as a supplement in a clinical condition or disease state.

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A patient tells you that after taking a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement he experiences stomach upset. What is your best advice?
 
  a. Drink a full glass of water with your multivitamin.
  b. Be sure to sit up for at least 2 hours after taking your multivitamin.
  c. Take your multivitamin with food to avoid stomach upset.
  d. Report this to your prescriber because a different brand might not cause this problem.


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jrpg123456

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


karateprodigy

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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