Name Four Nutrients Whose Nutritional Content Is Required to Be

question 17

Essay

Name four nutrients whose nutritional content is required to be listed on all food labels.

Choose the correct method for administering IV medications efficiently and safely.

Identify and implement strategies to reduce the risk of needlestick injuries.

Appreciate the significance of patient identification in preventing medication errors.

Execute appropriate initial responses to complications arising from IV therapy.

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Definitions:

Surfactant Production

The process of producing a substance in the lungs that reduces surface tension within the air sacs, aiding in proper lung function and gas exchange.

Respiratory Distress Syndrome

A serious condition most commonly seen in premature infants, where the lungs are not fully developed, leading to difficulty breathing.

Alveoli

Tiny air sacs within the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place.

Endotracheal Tube

A flexible tube inserted through the mouth into the trachea to maintain an open airway.