Urine Specific Gravity Should Be Checked When Patients Being Treated

question 2

Multiple Choice

Urine specific gravity should be checked when patients being treated for eating disorders are weighed to

• A)monitor for muscle wasting.
• B)check for dehydration or fluid loading.
• C)check for presence of ketones.
• D)identify use of medications to suppress appetite or promote purging.

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