Ariel, 19 years of age, was brought to the emergency room by her ...

[dbose]

Ariel, 19 years of age, was brought to the emergency room by her parents. She spilled a hot dish of boiling water on herself. She has second- and third-degree burns on her chest, abdomen, arms, and legs. Ariel is at risk for altered nutrition, less than body requirements, due to the hypermetabolic state in response to the burn.
 
  What nutrient does Ariel need an increased amount of during this time? Why? Describe the increased metabolic demand for burn victims.

Question 2

Which bacteria is called the cafeteria or buffet germ?
 A)  Cyclospora cayetanensis
  B)  Clostridium perfringens
  C)  Campylobacter jejuni
  D)  Clostridium botulinum

[Ashley I]

Answer to Question 1

The primary function of protein is to build and repair body tissues. Ariel is in need of increased amounts of protein to heal the burned tissues. The burn depletes the fluids and electrolytes in the body, and increases the metabolic rate in the effort to heal the tissue. Dehydration can easily occur.

Answer to Question 2

B

[dbose]

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[Ashley I]

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