If a patient receiving fat-free parenteral nutrition develops ...

[vicky]

If a patient receiving fat-free parenteral nutrition develops eczema, the patient may have
 
  a. vitamin C deficiency.
  b. essential fatty acid deficiency.
  c. protein-energy malnutrition.
  d. phospholipid and sterol deficiency.

Question 2

Phospholipids, present in cell walls, are:
 
  1. Calcium-containing compounds.
   2. Phosphorus-containing compounds.
   3. Potassium-containing compounds.
   4. Magnesium-containing compounds.

[taylorsonier]

Answer to Question 1

B
In a patient receiving fat-free parenteral nutrition, eczema may be a sign of essential fatty acid deficiency. Vitamin C deficiency is not affected by fat intake; symptoms include bleeding gums and breakdown of scar tissue. Eczema is not a sign of protein-energy malnutrition. The body makes phospholipids and sterol and so deficiency does not occur.

Answer to Question 2

2
Rationale: Phospholipids are present in cell walls and are comprised of phosphorous containing compounds. Cells that have a high content of ribonucleic acid (RNA) or nerve cells with a high myelin content have more phosphorous than other cells. Calcium, potassium, and magnesium are considered essential minerals and each play an important role in maintaining health.

[vicky]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[alvinum]

Excellent