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jc611

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The nurse is providing teaching to parents of a baby born with phenylketonuria, and explains the alterations required in:
 
  1. Diet.
  2. Activity.
  3. Mobility.
  4. Oxygenation.

Question 2

The nurse recognizes that alterations in clients' diets might be needed to: Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Treat a disease process.
  2. Allow an organ to rest.
  3. Prepare for a special examination.
  4. Conform to agency menus.
  5. Increase or decrease specific nutrients.



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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: The child born with phenylketonuria requires an altered diet that is low in phenylalanine, which is found in most foods containing protein.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: Alterations in diet might be needed to treat a disease process, such as diabetes.





 

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