When a Patient Asks What the Fuel for Skeletal Muscle

question 5

Multiple Choice

When a patient asks what the fuel for skeletal muscle contraction is,how should the nurse respond? The main energy source or fuel for skeletal muscle contraction is:

• A) Calcium
• B) Lactic acid
• C) Adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
• D) Actin

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Definitions:

Unethical

Actions or behavior that violate moral principles or universally recognized standards of right and wrong.

Indirect Approach

A communication or problem-solving strategy that is subtle and not straightforward, often involving suggestion rather than direct statement.

Negative Message

Information conveyed that may be unwelcome, disappointing, or unfavorable to the receiver.

Shock

A sudden, often negative, emotional or physiological response to an unexpected event.