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Tazate

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Peripheral parenteral nutrition requires large volumes to meet nutritional needs, which makes this route unacceptable for any fluid-restricted patient.
 a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Describe the major functions of the pancreas.



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Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

The pancreas has two major functions: exocrine function, which produces enzymes and bicarbonate necessary for digestion; and endocrine function, which produces hormones to regulate the use of body fuels.



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