A major difference between starvation and stress is that ...

[SGallaher96]

A major difference between starvation and stress is that metabolic rate _____ during starvation and _____ during stress.
 
  a. increases; decreases
  b. decreases; increases
  c. is unaffected; increases
  d. decreases; is unaffected

Question 2

When caring for a client with a decubitus ulcer, the nurse should assess for adequate intake of:
 
  1. Protein.
   2. Carbohydrates.
   3. Magnesium.
   4. Fat.

[Mholman93]

Answer to Question 1

B
Metabolic rate decreases during starvation because the body is trying to conserve energy. It in-creases during stress because the body uses energy to heal the injury.

Answer to Question 2

1
Rationale: Core nutrients essential to wound healing include proteins, vitamins A and C, and copper. Carbohydrates are a good source of energy. Magnesium is an essential nutrient needed for the body to function. Fat is a source of energy.

[SGallaher96]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

[Mholman93]

Great! Please up vote