1
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:Thiamine deficiency causes what abnormalities?
A
berberi heart disease, Wernicke encephalitis, peripheral neuropathy, and lactic acidosis
2
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Chromium deficiency causes what abnormality?
A
insulin resistance
3
Q
What element deficiency can impair wound healing and increase infection risks?
A
Zinc
4
Q
What macronutrient should be limited in patients with respiratory failure/COPD?
A
carboydrates (produce highest amount of CO2)
5
Q
What dietary changes help with hepatic encephalopathy?
A
increased branched chain amino acids to decrease aromatic uptake across BBB
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