A class of nutrients that is important in body structure and ...

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A class of nutrients that is important in body structure and influences the function of muscles and the central nervous system is
 
  a. proteins.
  b. minerals.
  c. vitamins.
  d. carbohydrates.

Question 2

The clinic nurse is caring for a diabetic client who has frequent episodes of hypoglycemia. What would be the best intervention for this client?
 
  A) Encourage the client to gain weight.
  B) Encourage the client to eat three large meals per day.
  C) Counsel the client to limit total carbohydrate intake to less than 100 g/day.
  D) Counsel the client to encourage better compliance.

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Answer to Question 1

B
Minerals are important in body structures and influence the function of muscles and the central nervous system. Proteins are structural components and form part of muscles, but are less in-fluential in the central nervous system. Vitamins and carbohydrates do not have structural func-tions.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
Mastering the art of eating for diabetes occurs over time from learning the basic facts to assimilating and implementing information. Individuals differ in how much information they want and how motivated they are to improve their eating habits. Periodic and ongoing follow-up improves compliance.