NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
NUTRITION
Question
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Which of the following is not a function of minerals?
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Strengthens bones
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Prevents dehydration
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Blood cell production
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Prevents fatigue
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Minerals are important for your body to stay healthy. Your body uses minerals for many different jobs, including keeping your bones, muscles, heart, and brain working properly. Minerals are also important for making enzymes and hormones.
Detailed explanation-2: -Importance of Proper Hydration on a Cellular Level Without electrolytes, especially sodium and potassium, nothing gets in or out of your cells. These electrically charged minerals also stimulate muscle contraction and neuron connection. Sodium (Na) contracts the cell membrane and potassium (K) relaxes it.
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