Making certain that nitrogen intake is equal to nitrogen output is appropriate for: a patient to recover from severe burns. a growing toddler maintenance in a healthy-weight adult a woman in the second trimester of pregnancy
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Which of the following individuals would MOST LIKELY experience positive nitrogen balance? A man who exercises a lot and consumes carbohydrates, proteins and fat. A woman who exercises a lot, but does not consume any carbohydrates or fat. An elderly diabetic patient who refuses to take any medications. A contestant on the show "Survivor" who only consumes rice. A typical person who follows the Canadian food guidelines and exercises moderately.
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