It Is Possible to Meet All Nutrient Needs with a Mechanically

question 16

True/False

It is possible to meet all nutrient needs with a mechanically altered diet. ​

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Definitions:

Endotracheal Tube

A flexible tube inserted through the mouth into the trachea to maintain an open airway, often used during surgery or in patients who require mechanical ventilation.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

A progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord, leading to loss of muscle control.

Chronic Bronchitis

A long-term inflammation of the bronchial tubes, leading to coughing and mucus production.

Emphysema

A long-term, progressive disease of the lungs that primarily causes shortness of breath due to over-inflation of the alveoli (air sacs in the lungs).