Low Albumin in a Critically Ill Patient Is Caused by

question 12

Multiple Choice

Low albumin in a critically ill patient is caused by

• A)inadequate protein intake.
• B)illness, injury, and inflammation.
• C)inadequate calorie intake.
• D)inadequate fluid intake.

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