Author Question: Only which of the following methods can remove lead from the body? a. light therapy c. blood ... (Read 30 times)

penza · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Only which of the following methods can remove lead from the body?

a. light therapy c. blood exchanges
b. chelation therapy d. forcing of fluids

Question 2

A parent tells the nurse that his 2-year-old son does not like to eat fruit, but loves juice. The nurse advises him to:

a. Give the child 10 to 12 ounces of juice a day
b. High intake of fruit juice can lead to diarrhea
c. High intake of juice will make his teeth stronger
d. Avoid offering a healthy snack in place of the juice

ASDFGJLO · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B

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A Incorrect. Light therapy cannot remove lead from the body.
B Correct. Lead can be removed from the body only by chelation therapy, which must be performed under the care of a specialist.
C Incorrect. Blood exchange cannot separate the lead from the brain tissue or central nervous system.
D Incorrect. Forcing of fluids cannot separate the lead from the brain tissue or central nervous system.

Answer to Question 2

B
A high intake of fruit juice can lead to diarrhea. Juice will also cause tooth decay. Fruit juice should be limited to 4 to 6 ounces daily.