Author Question: What test is used to screen for carbohydrate malabsorption? a. Stool pH b. Urine ketones c. C ... (Read 56 times)

dollx · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

What test is used to screen for carbohydrate malabsorption?

a. Stool pH
b. Urine ketones
c. C urea breath test
d. ELISA stool assay

Question 2

A health care provider prescribes Osmitrol (mannitol), 0.5 g/kg intravenously (IV) now, for a child with minimal change nephrotic syndrome. The child weighs 10 kg. The medication label states: Osmitrol (mannitol) 20 g/100 ml.

The nurse prepares to administer the dose. How many milliliters will the nurse prepare to administer the dose? Fill in the blank. Record your answer in a whole number.
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durant1234 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The anticipated pH of a stool specimen is 7.0. A stool pH of less than 5.0 is indicative of carbohydrate malabsorption. The bacterial fermentation of carbohydrates in the colon produces short-chain fatty acids, which lower the stool pH. Urine ketones detect the presence of ketones in the urine, which indicates the use of alternative sources of energy to glucose. The C urea breath test measures the amount of carbon dioxide exhaled. It is used to determine the presence of Helicobacter pylori. ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) detects the presence of antigens and antibodies. It is not useful for disorders of metabolism.

Answer to Question 2

25