A nurse assesses a child whose diet contains very little fat. Which function of dietary fat should the nurse explain to the caregiver?
Correct answer: B. It helps absorb vitamins A, D, E, and K
- A. It provides four kilocalories per gram
- B. It helps absorb vitamins A, D, E, and K
- C. It prevents all childhood infections
- D. It replaces the need for dietary protein
Explanation
Dietary fat helps the body absorb the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K and also provides concentrated energy. Fat does not prevent all infections or replace protein, and it provides about nine kilocalories per gram.
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