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Mr. Wonderful

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A nurse is caring for a client with excessive abdominal fat. Which of the following is a risk associated with excessive abdominal fat about which the nurse should inform the client?
 
  A) Emaciation
  B) Cachexia
  C) Cardiovascular disease
  D) Anorexia

Question 2

What is the route of administration for TPN?
 
  A) Oral
  B) Subcutaneous
  C) Intramuscular
  D) Intravenous


sylvia

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

Ans: C
Excess abdominal fat may lead to cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and diabetes. Anorexia is the loss of appetite. Emaciation is characterized by excessive leanness. Cachexia is the general wasting away of body tissue.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
TPN meets the client's nutritional needs by way of nutrient-filled solutions administered intravenously through a central line, usually the subclavian or internal jugular veins.


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