An Important Function of Carbohydrates in the Postoperative Period Is

question 18

Multiple Choice

An important function of carbohydrates in the postoperative period is to:

• A) contribute to tissue repair.
• B) provide a source of vitamins.
• C) spare protein for tissue synthesis.
• D) protect adipose fat reserves.

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Definitions:

Diploid

Referring to cells or organisms having two sets of chromosomes, one set inherited from each parent.

Sporophyte Generation

The diploid phase in the life cycle of plants and algae that produces spores through meiotic division, alternating with the gametophyte generation.

Gametophyte Generation

The sexual phase in the life cycle of plants and algae that produces gametes.

Seed

The reproductive unit of angiosperms and gymnosperms, capable of developing into another such plant.