The majority of phosphorus not bound to protein that is filtered by the glomerulus is actively reabsorbed by the ____.
A) distal tubule
B) collecting duct
C) loop of Henle
D) proximal tubule
Question 2
Which statement is accurate regarding malnutrition among hospitalized patients?
A) Although common among chronic care patients, malnutrition is rare among acute care patients.
B) Malnutrition among hospitalized patients is extremely rare and an indication of seriously flawed care.
C) Only patients who are terminally ill and expected to die within months are at risk of malnutrition.
D) Even acute care patients who are not malnourished upon admission may become malnourished.