Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the assessment of protein reserve?
A. Conventional serum proteins such as albumin and globulin are early indicators of malnutrition
B. The total lymphocyte count reflects immune status and not nutrition
C. Antigen skin testing reflects patient immunity and not nutrition
D. Measurement of urea excretion in urine can be used as a measurement of protein breakdown
Answer:D
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the assessment of protein reserve?
A. Conventional serum proteins such as albumin and globulin are early indicators of malnutrition B. The total lymphocyte count reflects immune status and not nutrition C. Antigen skin testing reflects patient immunity and not nutrition D. Measurement of urea excretion in urine can be used as a measurement of protein breakdown