CNM Fall 2024 newsletter quiz - The Role of the RDN in Electrolyte Management

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* 1. Please add your info.

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* 2. _______ is the primary extracellular cation that acts to hold water outside of the cells.

A. Potassium

B. Magnesium

C. Sodium

D. Phosphorus

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* 3. ____ is involved in the body’s acid base balance and is an anion found primarily in the extracellular fluid.

A. Chloride

B. Phosphorus

C. Bicarbonate

D. Calcium

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* 4. A hallmark of refeeding syndrome is _________________.

A. Low albumin

B. Dehydration

C. Hypophosphatemia

D. None of the above

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* 5. Monitoring electrolyte levels, including a basic metabolic panel with magnesium and phosphorus should be checked at least _____ until the goal nutrition prescription is reached for hospitalized patients.

A. Daily

B. Every other day

C. Twice daily

D. Every 3 days

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* 6. The RDN will need to consider _________________ when developing a custom PN regimen.

A. Cardiac status

B. Renal function

C. Output

D. Activity level

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* 7. Generally, ________ months of supervision can be adequate at an institution with frequent opportunities for electrolyte recommendations.

A. 2 months

B. At least one to 1.5

C. 3 to 6

D. A minimum of 8