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shenderson6

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Why should post-surgery patients be provided with adequate nutrition as soon as possible?
 a. To promote positive nitrogen balance.
  b. To prevent ileus.
  c. To minimize post-operative complications.
  d. To shorten patient length of stay.

Question 2

Long term use of _______________ is associated with many possible side effects, including hyperglycemia, osteoporosis, and protein loss/muscle wasting.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


shoemake

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

glucocorticoids or steroids


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