Case Study Questions Use the Following Case Study to Answer Questions

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Case Study Questions
Use the following case study to answer questions
John Wilson is a 74-year-old retired schoolteacher.He is 5'8" tall and weighs 136 pounds.His wife died nine months ago.During a routine visit to the doctor, it was noted that his weight had decreased 21 pounds since his visit a year ago.Mr.Wilson does not have any medical problems, though he does report feeling depressed and lonely.The physician ordered a panel of lab tests including albumin and transferrin.His albumin level was low, and his transferrin level was elevated.
-Based on Mr.Wilson's %UBW, what is his nutrition risk?

• A)no risk of malnutrition
• B)risk of mild malnutrition
• C)risk of moderate malnutrition
• D)risk of severe malnutrition

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Definitions:

Implied Warranty

A legal term for guarantees that are not expressly stated but are assumed in the sale of goods or services, ensuring basic standards of quality and functionality.

Merchantability

A legal concept referring to the implicit guarantee that a product is fit for the purposes for which it is sold.

UCC

A wide-ranging series of statutes known as the Uniform Commercial Code is in place to govern commercial activities across the US.

Implied Warranty

A legal assurance in a transaction that the goods or services sold meet certain standards even if not explicitly stated.