Kati is a 19-year-old female who suffered a head injury and multiple broken bones in a motorcycle accident. She is currently in a coma, on a mechanical ventilator, and receiving enteral nutrition. Kati is 5'2" tall and weighs 115 pounds.

-As a result of the acute-phase inflammatory response, Kati's plasma concentrations of _____ would be expected to decrease.

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Kati is a 19-year-old female who suffered a head injury and multiple broken bones in a motorcycle accident. She is currently in a coma, on a mechanical ventilator, and receiving enteral nutrition. Kati is 5'2" tall and weighs 115 pounds.
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-As a result of the acute-phase inflammatory response, Kati's plasma concentrations of _____ would be expected to decrease.

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During the acute-phase inflammatory response, there is a decrease in plasma concentrations of acute-phase proteins such as albumin and iron. Glucose may actually increase during this time due to stress response hormones. Sodium, potassium, magnesium, and chloride levels may remain stable or may fluctuate depending on the severity of the injury and electrolyte management.

Kati Is a 19-Year-Old Female Who Suffered a Head Injury