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savannahhooper

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When assessing an older woman with osteopenia, it is important to ask about what mineral in her diet?
 
  1. Potassium
   2. Iron
   3. Selenium
   4. Calcium

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Immunotherapy is used to treat cancer clients by enhancing their immune system. What nutritional imbalances can be caused by immunotherapy?
 
  A) Hypernatremia C) Hyperabsorption
  B) Hypokalemia D) Hypoproteinemia


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Reply #1 on: Aug 2, 2018
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Rationale: Hypocalcemia manifests itself as poor bone mineral density. Decreased bone mineral density causes weak and fragile bones and increases the risk for fractures. Symptoms of hypokalemia include cardiac arrhythmias and muscle contractions. Iron deficiency is associated with the development of anemia. Selenium deficiency is rare, but has been linked with hyperthyroidism.

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The most common side effects include fever, which increases protein and calorie requirements.


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Reply 2 on: Aug 2, 2018
:D TYSM

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Wow, this really help

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