Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
range of prealbumin
A
16-35 mg/dL
2
Q
why might prealbumin be elevated
A
alcohol use
3
Q
why is nitrogen levels measured
A
to check serum protein status
4
Q
what level of nitrogen would be show to be anabolism and why is that important
A
positive nitrogen balance from I&Os show anabolism; which is crucial for healing
5
Q
what is the average output of urine per day for an adult
A
2,300-2,600 mL
6
Q
what are some indications of allergic response to TPN
A
- weight gain more than 1kg/day (fluid overload)
- increased temp
- increased glucose
- SOB
- anemia
- chest discomfort
- jaundice
7
Q
2lbs increase reflects retention of how much liquid
A
1,000mLs of fluid
8
Q
why listen to lung sounds to identify difficulty swallowing
A
silent aspirations are
